To be able to qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you not only need to have a disability, you also must fall below the program’s income limits (for 2026, this is $994 for individuals and $1,491 for married couples). However, not all forms of income count towards this overall limit, and it is important to know what types of income are counted. Here are seven exceptions to the SSI income limit you should know about if you are applying for disability benefits:
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Proposed Bill Could Negatively Impact Veteran Benefits, Advocates Say
A bill that was recently introduced in the United States Congress could potentially result in significant cuts to some disability benefits, according to Disabled American Veterans (DAV), an advocacy group for disabled veterans. Among other things, the legislation would reduce benefits for veterans with certain service-related disabilities, such as tinnitus or sleep apnea. Moreover, it would affect the employment classification of a number of employees, as well as increase outsourcing, which could also have a negative impact on care.
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New Senate Bill Could Increase Payments For Disabled Veterans
A new piece of legislation introduced in the US Senate, would potentially increase benefits for disabled veterans and their families across the United States. The purpose of this bill is to help these veterans, as well as their widows and dependents, keep up with ever growing issues with the cost of living. If adopted, it would potentially help VA disability benefits keep up with issues such as growing gas prices.
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How to Identify Potential PTSD in Veterans
No population in the United States suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at a higher rate than military veterans. Despite this, it often goes unidentified and untreated due to people failing to recognize the signs, resulting in a lower quality of life and losing out on disability benefits they might otherwise be entitled to. Here are some of the ways you can identify if a veteran may be suffering from PTSD:
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GAO Report Finds VA Uses Outdated Criteria
A recent report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that, in some circumstances, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) used out-of-date criteria to make assessments about disability benefits. This meant, in some cases, that veterans may have gotten more benefits than they should have been entitled to, or that they may have far less benefits than they deserved (or, in some cases, may have been unfairly denied entirely). The report sets forward a number of recommendations for fixing these issues, to ensure that this happens far less.
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How Can a Paperwork Error Cost You Your Disability Benefits?
The application process for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can be long and complicated. However, many people who apply are disqualified before they can even be properly considered, due to simple paperwork errors. But how exactly can a paperwork error cost you your disability benefits, and what can you do to avoid that situation?
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How Might a Lawyer Help With Your VA Disability Claim?
In theory, anyone can fill out a claim for disability benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (also known as the VA), provided they qualify. However, doing so without legal assistance can result in a worse outcome than you might have gotten if you hired a lawyer to help you. But how exactly can a lawyer help with your VA disability claim, and what might happen if you do not have one? Continue reading “How Might a Lawyer Help With Your VA Disability Claim?”
How Do Veterans Become Disabled Due to Their Military Service?
While it is reasonable to believe that many disabled veterans are injured due to combat, the fact of the matter is that, even during wartime, combat injuries represent only a fraction of the potential dangers that military personnel may face. Even veterans who never see a day of combat may nevertheless find themselves severely harmed due to their experiences in the military, even if it is not immediately clear how. Here are just some of the more common ways that veterans may become disabled due to their military service:
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Who Can Qualify For SSDI?
Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI for short, is a program that millions of Americans get assistance from every year. However, many more people apply for SSDI benefits than actually receive it, because they do not meet the requirements to qualify for the program. But who exactly can qualify for SSDI benefits, and how do you know if you qualify?
When is the Right Time to Apply For VA Disability Benefits?
Veterans who suffer from serious injuries or illnesses as a result of their military service may be entitled to disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs, also known as the VA. That being said, many veterans struggle to understand when they should consider applying for benefits, or whether they might even be eligible at all. So when exactly should you consider applying for VA disability benefits, and what happens if you wait too long to apply?
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