Social Security Disability Articles
5 ways to improve your chance of success
1. Allowing Pond Lehocky Stern Giordano Disability to represent you! The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that individuals who applied for Social Security Disability were awarded benefits nearly three (3) times higher than those without...
What to Know About Student Loan Forgiveness and Social Security Disability
By Ashleigh Quinn-Gallagher, Esquire Did you know that if you have been awarded Social Security disability benefits, you may be eligible to have your federal loans discharged? It is called a Total and Permanent Disability Discharge (or a “TPD” discharge). If you...
Four Things to Know About Social Security Disability and Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
By Thomas J. Giordano, Jr.Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease caused by disruptions between the flow of information within the brain, and between the brain and body. Like most neurological illnesses, no one knows what causes MS, and it impacts...
What you need to know about heart disease and Social Security disability
By Anthony D'Angelo, Esq.If you are one of the millions of Americans who suffer from heart problems, your everyday work and activities may be impaired. Knowing more about heart problems and how to manage symptoms is important to your health and can help improve your...
Long-Term Disability Insurance Policies: Paying Top Dollar for Lower Premiums
The most commonly known resources to insure against disability are long-term disability insurance (LTD), and Social Security disability insurance (SSDI). You pay for LTD - either through your employer or out of pocket - so that a private entity will provide income if...
Why Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) Needs to be on Every Union Members’ Mind When Thinking About Retirement
The word “retirement” conjures up images of more time for family, friends and relaxation – it rarely brings to mind thoughts of Social Security disability insurance (SSDI). But anyone considering retirement, and especially union members who have performed physical...
You’re Approved for Social Security Disability Benefits… Now What?
If you’ve been approved for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, congratulations! It is a huge relief to complete the application process and be approved. However, with your approval, it becomes important to plan for the changes that will occur in your life,...
7 Things to Know If You Suffer From Chronic Pain
Are you living with chronic pain that is affecting your ability to work and enjoy life? There is a lot of misunderstanding and stigma around pain and what causes it, but you don’t have to suffer in silence. Knowing the facts can help to provide relief and allow family...
Social Security Disability & Additional Income
Many Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) recipients wonder if there are other types of income that could supplement their SSDI benefits. While you may be eligible for additional income sources, you should also be aware of the potential impact they may have on...
3 Ways to Strengthen Your Social Security Disability (SSD) Case
Applying and appealing for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is a complicated process. Though you’ve paid into the system, the Social Security Administration does not make it easy for workers to collect their benefits. There are a few things...