One certainty is that life is full of surprises. It’s impossible to predict the future, but the good news is that you can plan ahead for it. There is perhaps no part of life where this is more important than when it comes to your health. You may feel as if you are in optimal health. You may feel that you have many years ahead where you are strong and healthy, and physically capable of earning an income. While that is certainly what most people hope for, it’s also important to realize that your health can change overnight. If that happens, it can make a tremendous difference to be prepared. Yo ..read more

If you receive disability benefits through the Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income programs administered by the Social Security Administration, need to know about income tax rules that may apply to you. Depending upon what other income you receive in addition to SSD income, you may be required to report the disability benefits as income. The Internal Revenue Service applies complicated rules to determine whether you must pay federal income taxes on your disability income, but the information contained in this article should help make them clearer and easier to ..read more

The pain, fatigue, memory impairment, and other symptoms associated with fibromyalgia make work activities difficult or impossible. As medical researchers continue trying to pinpoint its cause, diagnosis of the disorder in patients is difficult because of the lack of a test to accurately diagnose it. Instead, doctors must rely upon laboratory analysis of a patient’s blood to rule out other potential causes of a patient’s symptoms. This inability to document a diagnosis of fibromyalgia with laboratory testing or with X-rays and other forms of diagnostic imaging can make it difficult for a pati ..read more

If you become disabled and need to apply for Social Security Disability (SSD or SSDI) benefits, you want to know how much you will receive in your monthly payment. This is the first question our clients ask us at London Eligibility Advocates for Social Security Disability. This blog explains exactly how the amount of your SSD benefit payment is determined by the Social Security Administration (SSA). As you will see, the benefit amount paid to each recipient varies because the amount of the payment is based on each worker’s lifetime earnings record. How Does Social Security Determine My Socia ..read more

When a disability affects your ability to work, getting the money needed to avoid financial hardship becomes a priority in your life. The disability advocates at London Eligibility bring an unsurpassed knowledge and understanding of Social Security law and years of experience to help you apply for Social Security disability. Getting help is essential when you apply for disability in Philadelphia because of the complex and difficult process that results in fewer than one-third of applicants being approved for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income benefits. Readin ..read more

Medicare coverage extends to those who are 65 years or older. However, it does not mean that those under the age of 65 years never qualify for Medicare coverage. The program also covers people suffering from disabilities and helps them meet their medical expenses. If you are under 65 years of age, you must be on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits to qualify for Medicare coverage. An experienced and knowledgeable Socia Security Disability (SSD) benefits lawyer at London Eligibility can help you plan your medical expenses in advance by helping you understand the duration and c ..read more

If you live in the Oklahoma City area and you are struggling with a disability, you may feel overwhelmed. That’s understandable. Being disabled can be difficult in any number of ways – and certainly, it can cause extreme financial hardship. If you find yourself in this situation, you may be wondering whether or not you qualify for disability benefits, and if so, what options may be available. Depending upon the condition that you have, you may wonder whether or not it will be temporary, or more permanent in nature. If temporary, you may wonder – are there short-term, temporary disability bene ..read more

If you live in Oklahoma City and you are struggling with a disability, you may wonder if you qualify for disability benefits. It is an important question to ask, particularly if your disability has rendered you unable to work and earn an income as you otherwise normally would. The good news is that if you are found to have a qualifying disability, you may qualify for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration. The Social Security Administration administers two different disability benefits programs. These include Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Se ..read more

Having a formal medical document attached to your application for the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program can significantly improve your chances of winning the benefits you need and deserve. While it is not mandatory, you should never underestimate the importance of a detailed letter drafted by your medical professional. A knowledgeable and experienced SSDI benefits lawyer at London Eligibility can help you get a detailed letter prepared by your medical professional that the Social Security Administration (SSA) needs to evaluate your disability. In this blog post, we will expl ..read more

If you are nearing retirement age, you will most likely entertain two major questions: (1) What amount will I receive in benefits from Social Security? (2) When should I take retirement and apply for Social Security retirement benefits? Eligibility For Receiving Social Security Retirement Benefits. As you work and pay taxes, you earn Social Security work credits. In 2023, you receive one work credit for every $1,640 that you earn but you can earn a maximum of only 4 work credits per year. Each year, the amount of earnings needed to earn work credit goes up slightly as the average earnings lev ..read more