Can I Receive Both SSDI And VA Benefits?
The short answer: yes, it is possible to have both. Neither SSDI nor VA disability is need-based, so you may be able to receive both. But there are a few things you need to know before you begin your application, and before you begin receiving benefits. Social Security Disability Insurance This is a program that […]
The Role Of A “Vocational Expert” At Disability Hearings In Houston
One of the biggest sticking points in a disability claim is whether or not you can go back to work. Depending on your previous occupation, your disability claim may hinge on whether or not you can continue to work at your “old job.” The Social Security Administration employs the use of an expert witness to […]
Can You Get Disability For Glaucoma In Houston?
At your last eye exam, your doctor may have noticed something you didn’t—your vision is slowly being affected. You haven’t realized that your vision has been receding just a little, because it’s a slow change. But your doctor knows, and now you’re concerned about going blind. Regular eye exams are important in the early detection […]
Organic Mental Disorders and Disability Benefits
You may be under the impression that if you have a mental disorder, you won’t be qualified for disability benefits. However, in many cases, you can. We’ve previously discussed disability for mental disorders. Most people think of mental disorders as depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, OCD, and other mood disorders. But an organic brain disorder is different, and […]
Valuable information for Texas Veterans on TexVet.org
If you’re a veteran in Texas, you may find yourself endlessly seeking out information online that may or may not apply to veterans in the Lone Star State. There are a considerable number of blogs written by veterans for the veteran community, with a wide range of information available. Some of it may not be […]
What Is The VA Service-Connected Disability Rating System?
During the process of applying for your VA disability benefits, you may have heard about the VA’s rating system. The VA Schedule of Ratings Disabilities (VASRD) is a system that the VA uses to determine a veteran’s percentage of disability. The percentage determines how much a disability decreases your ability to function as well as […]
How Does Divorce Affect Social Security Survivors Benefits?
One of the most important parts of financial security for retired and widowed individuals is Social Security. This is especially important for women, since women characteristically are younger than their spouses but outlive them. One of the lesser-discussed topics of Social Security is the survivors benefits paid to spouses, children, and occasionally parents of a […]
What Are The Most Common VA Disabilities?
Veterans can develop a wide range of illnesses after their tours of duty end and they return to civilian life. Much attention is given to the veterans who are experiencing things like PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), but not everyone has it. Some veterans may just find themselves with a fair amount of joint pain from […]
Can I Get VA Benefits For Hearing Loss In Houston, TX?
You may have noticed that you’re not hearing as well as you did before, or you keep asking people to repeat something. Did this happen during your time on active duty? Hearing Loss Can Affect Anyone Most people think of age-related hearing loss (the loss of the hair-like cells in your inner ear), or […]
