Everyday People Matter
The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently told Congress that it has made historic improvements to its disability claims process. Even so, many claimants in Georgia are still waiting months for a decision. That raises questions about whether those changes are...
If you are a blue-collar worker in your 50s dealing with degenerative disc disease, you might be wondering whether this condition could make you eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. The short answer is that it depends on several factors...
Daily life can feel heavy when bipolar disorder affects your mood. Severe changes may strain your home life, relationships and daily routine. If bipolar disorder causes you financial difficulty, you may want to know if disability benefits are an option. A basic idea...
If you deal with ongoing lower back pain, you might wonder how serious it needs to be before it meets the standards for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) in Georgia. While chronic pain can feel overwhelming, the Social Security Administration (SSA) follows a...
Your back has been warning you for years. It is the stiffness every morning, the sharp pain when you bend and the ache that never really goes away. For many Georgia workers who have spent decades doing heavy lifting, chronic back pain is often the injury that finally...
Adults with disabilities, blind people, and seniors aged 65 or older who are ‘low-income’ may seek financial support from the government through the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program. These monthly payments help ensure that eligible individuals can meet their...
Watching your adult child struggle with a serious mental health condition is an overwhelming experience. You see their daily battles with mood swings or reality, and you know they cannot hold down a traditional job. When you look for help, you will find that the...
Filing for disability is a long process that requires significant documentation. While medical records are the core of your case, your daily habits help provide evidence of your functional limitations. These small, consistent actions do not guarantee an outcome, but...
A medical condition can interfere with your ability to maintain regular work. You may still attempt to stay employed. Over time, work demands may exceed what your condition allows. If you live in Georgia, you may consider whether Social Security Disability Insurance,...
Drops in COVID masking, testing and vaccination are continuing to create the perfect conditions for a new variant to emerge. Experts warn that a new variant could cause significant mortality. The U.S. is experiencing its highest levels of influenza hospitalizations...