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Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security (SS) programs are vital assistance programs that provide monthly payments to support aged or disabled individuals. However, it’s crucial to recognize the fundamental differences between these two programs. 

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Social security is an important part of retirement planning and yet, often people don’t understand how the benefits are calculated or what factors determine the amount received monthly or over its lifetime. Even when using

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If your SSI benefits are ended, you can reinstate them by applying for expedited reinstatement of benefits (EXR). This process typically takes up to six months. During this period, you will be provided with monthly

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Being unable to work due to medical conditions can be very stressful, worrying about how to maintain your life and pay the bills, as well as medical costs.
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The goal of an SSA analyst is to determine if you fall under their definition of disability so that you can claim long-term disability benefits. As a claimant, you are responsible for providing medical evidence
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SSA Appeals: What Are They and When to Request One SSA stands for the Social Security Administration, a federal agency in the United States that manages social security benefits programs. SSA appeals are a process

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Being disabled can be expensive.  The great news is that Social Security Insurance (SSDI) benefits have risen by 8.7 percent. We at Marken Law will explore how much money you can make on SSDI benefits

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As 2023 begins, many of us are looking ahead with anticipation as inflation and changes in policy take effect. One question that’s on a lot of people’s minds is whether or not social security benefits

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Most recipients of Social Security Disability benefits continue to receive payments without any issue, but it’s important to remember that disability payments continue so long as you meet the requirements. SSDI and SSI are never