Having a disability can result in devastating outcomes for an individual and their family. Not only is there a physical and emotional impact, but in many cases a person is unable to continue working – losing their income and ability to afford essentials like food and housing. Social Security Disability Benefits (SSDI) came into law...Read More

In 2020, about 65 million Americans will receive over one trillion dollars in Social Security Benefits.  Disabled workers and their dependents account for 14.5% of total benefits paid. To be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, you are required to show evidence that you have a disability that prevents you from working. Evidence...Read More

Social Security is a part of the retirement plan for almost every American worker and provides the majority of income to most elderly Americans. As of June 2020, over 64 million US citizens (approximately 1 in every 6 Americans) collected Social Security benefits.  The maximum monthly Social Security benefit that an individual can receive in...Read More

The CARES Act, which included a first round of stimulus check payments in April 2020, saw the US government pay out over $2 trillion in cash payments to Americans. Top negotiators on Capitol Hill continue to make the case for another stimulus relief bill that would include another round of stimulus checks for those who...Read More

Studies have shown that individuals who are represented by a lawyer when applying for SSDI benefits are three times more likely to have their disability claim approved. Whether you’re filing a disability claim, appealing a denied claim, or filing for reconsideration, a qualified disability attorney can help your case in a number of ways. What...Read More

The Social Security Disability process is complex. Knowing how the system works is an important part of getting your disability benefits approved. Here are a few tips to help you move your claim through the system and make sure the right people at Social Security have the information they need to make a disability decision....Read More

Prescription Assistance Programs (PAPs) have emerged in an effort to help patients who lack health insurance or prescription drug coverage access the medications they need but can’t afford.These programs are typically offered by pharmaceutical companies to provide free or low cost prescription drugs to qualifying individuals. By providing financial assistance for hundreds of medications, PAPs...Read More

If you had a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) insured mortgage, you may be eligible for a refund of part of your insurance premium and/or a share of any excess earnings from the FHA’s Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund. What is a FHA Loan? The FHA is a part of the Department of Housing and Urban Development...Read More

The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) helps low-income households reduce their energy costs by making their homes more energy efficient. The program is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, and is often administered by the same agency that offers the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).Once approved, your local WAP provider will conduct a...Read More

The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP), often referred to as the “the senior box program”, helps low-income individuals at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with nutritious food. CSFP serves approximately 600,000 low‐income people each month, and provides more than just food and nourishment. The program has also been shown to help...Read More