If an injury or health condition keeps you from work for at least a year, you may qualify for financial assistance through Social Security. To qualify for Social Security Disability Income (SSDI), you must have worked recently enough before the injury and have earned...
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Why was my Social Security Disability claim denied?
There are many reasons why a person’s Social Security Disability claim could end up being denied. Some of the most common issues include forgetting to include specific medical information, failing to fill out all parts of the application and making too much money. If...
Could an injury settlement stop my SSI benefits?
If you receive supplemental security income, you probably know that there are income level requirements. Various types of income might qualify for calculating whether you are eligible for SSI. Some Georgia residents who accept personal injury settlements or receive...
Threats to SSDI benefits
There are several types of income that could threaten government benefits eligibility for a disabled person. In terms of injuries, two common occurrences are the award of workers compensation benefits or the settlement or court award for injury compensation. Social...
Can having a hobby reduce your feelings of depression?
If you are feeling depressed and like your life is rather bleak and hopeless, you may be seeking ways to cope with your feelings and emotions without turning to mechanisms that are damaging. Having an idea about the types of activities that you can participate in that...
Depression as a qualifying illness for SSD
According to the Disability Care Center, more than three million people receive a depression diagnosis each year, making it one the most commonly diagnosed disorders in Georgia and the United States. Depression takes many forms, including manic depression, dysthymia...
What to know about substantial gainful activity
The great benefit of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is that it helps disabled Georgia residents who cannot earn a substantial income due to their disability. However, some people who are disabled may still earn some working income, but the Social Security...
Will I still receive disability benefits during the shutdown?
With the federal government shutdown extending into the longest shutdown in American history, Georgia residents who receive Social Security Disability may wonder if the ongoing deadlock in Washington will interfere with their ability to receive benefits. While the...
Who does the SSA consider an acceptable medical source?
Presenting credible medical information that proves you are disabled can make the difference in gaining approval for Social Security Disability. One of the things you can expect the Social Security Administration (SSA) to look at are the qualifications of the Georgia...
Admitting you need help caring for someone
We know that nobody wants to think of loved ones as a burden. Here at Harriss and Hartman Law Firm, P.C., we know that our clients' families are a source of joy and fulfillment, regardless of the level of challenge involved in caregiving. That is why we are always...
