Category: Social Security Disability
Tennessee Makes SSD Backlog Shrink by Shortchanging Applicants
February 11th, 2019 by Attorney John Colvin
Tennessee Social Security Disability Insurance (SSD) applicants have their lives on the line when they apply for benefits. They can’t work, may be diagnosed with a fatal condition and are facing severe financial problems. Many of them have had the SSD rug pulled out from under them by doctors hired by the state to review […]
Winchester, TN Social Security Disability Decisions and the Government Shutdown
February 6th, 2019 by Attorney John Colvin
The recent partial federal government shutdown caused concern and frustration among many Americans who rely upon a fully functioning government. During that 35-day period a lot of work wasn’t getting done at federal agencies. Even though the partial government shutdown did not cause Social Security to shut down, any government shutdown creates a ripple effect […]
SSDI Is Not a Handout – Let’s Stop Talking About it That Way – Winchester, TN?
January 30th, 2019 by Attorney John Colvin
Words matter, because they shape our thoughts and feelings. Depending on the words we choose, someone can have a positive or negative opinion of something. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal disability insurance program for workers in Tennessee and across the country. It’s not welfare. It’s not a handout. Like any other insurance, […]
Winchester, TN Gig Work and Social Security Disability: If You Pay Into the System You May Get Benefits Out
January 25th, 2019 by Attorney John Colvin
More and more Tennesseans work in the gig economy as independent contractors and freelancers, either because they can’t find a good fit with a traditional job or it’s their preference. If you’re in this position, injured and too disabled to work, you may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. If you’re self-employed and […]
In 2019, SSA’s Adjustments Will Impact SSD Recipients in a Few Key Ways in Winchester, TN?
January 4th, 2019 by Attorney John Colvin
For the more than 10 million Americans reliant on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) to cover their bills, 2019 may be a promising year. Several changes to programs handled by the Social Security Administration (SSA) are in place. While these adjustments will not comprehensively transform the landscape of the Social Security Disability (SSD) program or […]
SSA Announces 2019 Hike in Benefits – Here’s What to Expect – Winchester, TN?
December 21st, 2018 by Attorney John Colvin
Next year, Social Security Administration (SSA) recipients can expect a bigger-than-average cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). According to a press release from the SSA, 67 million people will see a 2.8 percent increase in their benefits. As a piece from CBS News points out, it’s the highest COLA since 2012 when it was 3.6 percent. The 2.9% […]
Why Disabled People Between 62 and Full Retirement Should Consider SSD in Winchester, TN?
October 30th, 2018 by Attorney John Colvin
Statistically speaking, the older you get, the more likely you are to have problems with your health beyond the normal aging process. Sometimes, those issues can even force you to seriously consider an early retirement decision. However, before you decide to take your retirement at 62 rather than at 65 or older because of health […]
Winchester, TN Living with a Disability: Prioritizing Your Health
September 24th, 2018 by Attorney John Colvin
When you’ve been labeled with a disability diagnosis, you may feel as if you’ll never gain (or regain) control of your health. You may even stop caring due to bouts of depression or hopelessness. This is understandable, but it’s important to recognize that even though your physical challenges are different from those of the people […]
What if My SSD was Terminated in Winchester, TN?
September 19th, 2018 by Attorney John Colvin
Nothing’s as frightening as losing an income stream if you don’t have other money coming into your household and the bills are mounting. The situation can be especially stressful if your loss is a check from social security disability (SSD) that you make stretch from month to month. The Social Security Administration (SSA) can and […]
Understanding Recent SSD Stats: Part II: The Drop in SSD Cases Pending Review by an ALJ – Winchester, TN
August 6th, 2018 by Attorney John Colvin
An interesting phenomenon is happening around the country, not just in Tennessee, in terms of pending social security disability (SSD) cases. Before discussing the situation, it’s important to understand the initial three stages of filing a SSD claim. The first stage usually begins when the disabled person or someone on his or her behalf fills […]