Do Disability Benefits Change If My Medical Condition Changes in Houston?
Applying for disability is a complex, long-term process with a considerable amount of documentation required. You’ll need to not only prove your disability but your work history and earnings that qualify you. Even after you’ve submitted everything requested, you may still find yourself denied benefits, requiring an appeal. Once you’ve begun receiving benefits, you will […]
SSDI Changes For 2021—What You Should Know
Every year the Social Security Administration updates the program to accommodate those on the program and those joining. In 2021, there are multiple changes to everything, including a 1.3% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for those receiving Social Security monthly. For individuals on Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI, there are also changes that include […]
Can You Receive Both CRDP And VA Disability In Houston, TX?
Concurrent Retirement Disability Pay, or CRDP, is a specific type of payment for military retirees with a 50% or greater rating from the VA. It concurrently supplements the VA disability payments that a veteran may receive. Generally, veterans can’t receive benefits from both the VA and from the DoD in the form of military retirement […]
The Four Symptoms Associated with PSTD
PSTD is a condition well-known to service members as well as civilians who have either been involved with or witnessed a frightening event. Many people who have been through trauma have difficulty with coping and adjusting but can heal with self-care, reaching out for help and time. But for those who have more trouble coping […]
Disability Income Protection In Texas
Dealing with creditors can be a difficult experience, especially if you’ve recently become disabled or have had an event that caused you to fall behind on your bills. Should a bill go as far as being sent to collections, you’ll also receive calls from debt collectors, including agencies. Occasionally, debt collectors make statements intended to […]
Texas VA Benefits Available for Dependents of Veterans
We told you last year about the benefits for veterans in Texas. But if you’re a veteran’s dependent, there are also available benefits available to you. Like veterans benefits, you may not realize that they are available, and how to qualify. Benefits are available for dependents of veterans or surviving family members of deceased veterans. […]
Common Disabilities As A Result Of TBI
TBI, or Traumatic Brain Injury, is also called “craniocerebral trauma.” It’s the result of a sharp blow, bump, or other sudden trauma to the head that disturbs the brain’s normal functioning. It can also occur when an object penetrates into the brain, such as a skull fragment or high-velocity object. A Traumatic Brain Injury can range […]
Social Security Disability Compassionate Allowances In Houston
Becoming ill with a serious illness can quickly become life-changing, especially if you are no longer able to work, or medically advised not to. Many types of illnesses that develop over time can suddenly show symptoms long before you realize something is wrong. At that point, it becomes obvious that you need to begin your […]
Disability Cost Of Living Increases?
Receiving a disability benefit is intended to replace the income that you would otherwise receive from working. Much like a salary or an hourly wage, most people experience an increase as the cost of living rises. Some benefits do receive cost-of-living increases due to inflation. Without it, there would be no protection from the effects […]
