Can You Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits for Fibromyalgia?
Are you one of the millions of Americans dealing with fibromyalgia? It can be a painful condition. You may not even be able to work on a full-time basis for medical reasons. This raises an important question: Am I eligible for Social Security disability if I have fibromyalgia? The answer depends on your circumstances. That […]
How Do You Appeal a Social Security Disability Denial in Massachusetts?
For those of you who can no longer work full-time due to an injury, illness, or other life-altering medical impairment, Social Security Disability benefits can provide much needed financial support. That said, many people struggle to get their benefits. By their own admission, the Social Security Administration (SSA) is proud to reports that approximately two-thirds of Initial Applications are denied. You have the right to appeal a denial of […]
Five Common Mistakes to Avoid When Filing for Social Security Disability Benefits in Massachusetts
Do you have a diagnosis whose symptoms prevent you or a loved one from working on a full-time basis in Massachusetts? You are certainly not alone. The Social Security Administration (SSA) reports that more than 9 million people are receiving Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits nationwide. Unfortunately, navigating the SSD claims process can be very difficult. More […]
January 2018 SSA Statistics Report
The Social Security Administration (SSA), releases a monthly report which indicates some interesting data about the numbers of individuals receiving benefits. Have a look at the data from January 2018 below: Social Security benefits, January 2018 Type of beneficiary Beneficiaries Total monthly benefits (millions of dollars) Average monthly benefit (dollars) Number (thousands) Percent Total 61,984 100.0 79,988 […]