The 11 million Americans who receive Social Security disability face steep benefit cuts next year, the government said Wednesday, handing lawmakers a fiscal and political crisis in the middle of a presidential campaign.
Source: Report: Social Security disability fund to run dry next year – StarTribune.com
Click above to read. Congress needs to get this figured out so that those who can no longer work will be able to continue receiving the benefits they have earned over the years.
CHICAGO — Advocates want Gov. Bruce Rauner to restore a $60 monthly allowance for adults with developmental disabilities, but his administration insists there’s no way to stop an automatic reduction to the allowance, especially given Illinois’ finances.People with disabilities use the pocket money for things like haircuts, coffee and movies. It comes from their Social Security checks, with the remainder routed to the state to help pay for their housing.In the first increase in two
Nothing really changes in Springfield and politics. The little people, the ones without power lose.
Social Security Disability seems like it takes forever to get through it and it seems to be getting longer.
Some common questions about the disability process.
Can we just skip to the hearing level?
No, Social Security will not allow this. You must apply and go through 2 levels of review before you reach a hearing with a judge.
Are there some type of temporary benefits while I wait?
Not from Social Security. However, some states have assistance programs if you meet certain qualifications.
Why does it take over 2 years to get to a hearing?
Many, many people are applying and not very many workers are reviewing the cases is the simple answer.
Can I cut to the front of the line?
If you can prove you have lost your house, you are homeless, or are close to death then you may be able to jump in front of the line for a hearing.
Why are there so many people on disability who look like they can work?
People will probably say the same thing about you if you get on disability. Only by reviewing your medical records can someone tell if you are disabled.
Is there any good news?
The Central Illinois hearing office is hiring 3 new judges. Hopefully this will move cases at a faster pace.
More questions? Feel free to contact Illinois Social Security Disability Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.
Question: I have been collecting disability benefits for a few years, but I’m getting healthy enough to work again. Can
Source: Social Security Q&A: Can I Return to Work and Keep Disability Benefits? | Valley News
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You can also work part time and continue to receive Social Security Disability benefits. However, you must follow the rules and report your work to Social Security.
When you go to a Social Security Disability hearing you will testify before a Judge who will decide whether or not you are disabled.
The Judge has a lot of power in these situations.
You can appeal if you are denied, but you do not want to have to appeal.
It is important to remember that if you make the Judge angry it will be that much harder to win your case.
Judges are human too. So make sure that you are polite and answer the questions the Judge asks in a complete manner.
In Social Security Disability cases the Judge will ask you many questions. You need to make sure that you understand the questions and why the Judge is asking the question.
You can sense when a Judge is becoming frustrated with your answers. It is usually because a person is speaking to the Judge in an angry manner,
or not answering the question asked, or exaggerating.
You must be prepared to give a true, respectful, and clear picture of your problems and how they keep you from working.
You must not go into a disability hearing on your own.
It is important to have an experienced Social Security Disability lawyer guide you from the beginning.
It makes no sense to go into battle without all the weapons possible.
Questions? Call for a free consultation with Illinois Social Security Disability Lawyer Dirk May at 309-827-4371.