Social Security Considers Changes For Public-Sector Retirees
Congress is mulling changes to a Social Security provision that reduces the benefits of some retirees. Is it a good idea?
Why Won't You Apply For Social Security Disability For Me?
I never apply for Social Security disability benefits for people. Why not?
Can I Limit Social Security's Ability To Collect Overpayments?
There is a way to limit Social Security to $10 a month when trying to collect an overpayment. Find out how.
Happy New Year 2020
Happy New Year!
Merry Christmas 2019
Merry Christmas!
Social Security Makes Getting Disability For Headaches Much Harder
Social Security has just made it much, much harder to get approved for disability on the basis of chronic headaches. Read the details here.
Do You Really Need That MRI Of Your Back?
Are MRI's of the back necessary? Can they do more harm than good? Find out.
Social Security Imposes Hiring Freeze
Social Security Is Destroying The Agency In Order To Save It. Read about their latest outrage here.
Happy Thanksgiving 2019
Happy Thanksgiving to one and all!
Understanding Somatization Disorders
If you apply for Social Security disability due to such disorders as Chronic Fatigue or POTS or Dystonia, Social Security may approve you. But the cost may be higher than you like.
Do You Need That MRI Or Is It To Make Your Doctor More Money?
Your doctor may be sending you out for tests and procedures you do not need. Indeed, their very diagnoses could be a lie. Find out why.
The Importance of Your Work History Explained
How long you have worked determines how much you will get in Social Security benefits. Learn the details here.
Social Security Basics Explained
The New York Times and US News And World Report have addressed the basics of Social Security. Read them here to learn more about what Social Security can do for you.
Will Social Security Still Be Around When I Retire?
Retiring early because you fear Social Security will reduce future benefits is a mistake that could cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars. Find out why.
If You Take Humira, Read This
If you are taking Humira, a new article in Fortune is a must-read.
Talking To Your Employer About A Disability
If you are disabled but still working, the decision to tell your employer about your condition is tricky. Find out what the best approach is.
A New Republican Threat To Social Security Disability Benefits
Time to let your Senator know to keep his or her hands off of Social Security disability benefits
A Senate Bill Would Eliminate The 5-Month Waiting Period For Social Security Disability Benefits
A proposed law would remove two terrible provisions of the Social Security disability program. Will it pass? Find out here.
Does Parkinson's Disease Begin In The Gut?
Could Parkinson's start in the stomach and not the brain? Intriguing new research sheds light on this question.
Social Security Statements May Return--But Are They Accurate?
Social Security may soon send you a statement again. But double check it and then check it again.
House Passes Bill To Address Social Security Disability Hearing Backlog
A Bill That Just Passed The House Of Representatives Includes Tens Of Millions Of Dollars To Speed Up Social Security Disability Hearings. Will It Become Law?
The GAO Will Investigate Doctors Who Review Social Security Disability Applications
Congress will investigate how Social Security uses medical consultants when reviewing disability claims. Is this a good thing?
Why Doctors Are Cutting Patients Off Of Their Pain Medications
Doctors are dramatically reducing the number of pain pills they dispense. What effect does this have on the disabled?
The Basics Of Social Security Disability
Know the basics of Social Security disability? Read a nice summary of the program to see how much you do know.
Help With Evictions
Help is now available for those people getting Social Security disability benefits facing eviction. Learn what is available.
