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SCOTUS to Consider Judicial Review of VA Benefits Decisions

The Supreme Court of the United States is set to consider a new case that could substantially affect veterans’ ability to appeal their cases when their application for disability benefits is denied. Depending on the case’s outcome, veterans may find their ability to seek judicial review through the court system outside of the Department of Veterans Affairs substantially restricted. However, in doing so, it would be reversing a precedent that goes back more than half a century.

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Understanding the SSDI Work Credit Requirement

In order to qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) through the Social Security Administration (SSA), you need to have a minimum number of work credits. Without them, even if you have a qualifying disability, your application for SSDI benefits will be rejected. But what exactly are work credits, and how are they important when it comes to determining if you receive SSDI benefits?

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How a Psychological Disability Could Qualify You For VA Benefits

When people think about the disabilities suffered by veterans, they tend to focus on physical disabilities: hearing loss, limb loss, paralysis, and so on. However, the psychological issues they suffer can be just as debilitating as any physical injury, and critically, it can qualify them for disability benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). But how exactly can a psychological disability qualify you for VA benefits?

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New Bill Would Reduce SSDI/SSI Waiting Period For Some

A bill recently introduced in the US Congress would potentially reduce the wait time to receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for some applicants. This is meant to address a shockingly common problem, where people pass away while waiting for the benefits they are legally entitled to. However, people who took advantage of the bill could see a reduction in their overall benefits, based on its current language.

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Veterans Seek VA Recognition of Gulf War Syndrome as a Disability

Increasingly, disabled veterans and their advocates have sought to add Gulf War Syndrome to the list of recognized disabilities. This would enable veterans diagnosed with this particular chronic illness to potentially qualify for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). However, they may face an uphill battle, and the VA has not yet taken any steps to formally recognize this illness as a service-related disability.

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Fourteen New Conditions Added to SSA Compassionate Allowances List

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has recently added fourteen new medical conditions to its “Compassionate Allowances” list, potentially making it easier for many applicants to obtain Social Security benefits. This is because people with these recognized conditions can skip some of the more difficult aspects of proving their disability. However, it can still be worthwhile to seek legal assistance with your disability application to minimize the risk of complications arising.

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New Senate Bills Seek to Address Issue of Separation Pay For Veterans

Two new bills recently introduced in the US Senate would potentially address a problem that veterans have been forced to deal with for decades: namely, that their separation pay is taken out of their disability benefits. As a result, many veterans wind up getting less from their benefits than they otherwise thought they would. The new bills would potentially remedy this issue, effectively increasing the amount of money they receive by potentially hundreds or thousands of dollars.

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SSDI Celebrates Its 70th Anniversary

The Social Security Disability Insurance program (SSDI) recently celebrated its 70th anniversary, which began as a way to help Americans with disabilities pay for their living expenses. In many ways, it is a time to recognize how far the program has come since it was created, and how many people it has helped. However, it is also a reminder that many people who could benefit from the program do not currently do so, often due to struggles with the application process.

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Seven Exceptions to the SSI Income Limit

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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VA Lawsuit Could Impact Thousands of Disability Appeals

A recent class action lawsuit in federal court could potentially result in the re-evaluation of tens of thousands of disability appeals by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The lawsuit alleges that the VA improperly dismissed around 90,000 disability claims that were being appealed after being denied, and a settlement is currently being discussed. If accepted, these affected veterans could see their cases re-evaluated, potentially giving them another chance at getting benefits

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