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Potential Impact of Proposed VA Rating Change for Veterans with Tinnitus
Introduction The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is contemplating changes to how the federal agency rates various medical conditions, including tinnitus. The proposed VA rating changes could have a significant impact on new disability benefits claims, considering tinnitus is the single most prevalent disability among veterans receiving disability benefits. For example, in 2022, more than […]
Continue ReadingSuffering from a Disability? Why Honest Communication with Your Medical Providers Matters
Do You Need to Disclose All of Your Symptoms to Your Doctor or Medical Provider? Do you need to tell your doctor everything that is wrong with you? This might seem like a very ridiculous question, with a very obvious answer, – which is OF COURSE! Honest communication with your medical providers is crucial to […]
Continue ReadingQualifying for Social Security Disability Benefits with Down Syndrome
Understanding Down Syndrome Down syndrome is a genetic condition that occurs when an individual has an extra copy of chromosome 21. This additional genetic material affects the physical and intellectual development of the person. There are two main types of Down syndrome: Medically Qualifying for Social Security Disability Benefits with Mosaic Down Syndrome When it […]
Continue ReadingDo Any Conditions Automatically Qualify for Disability?
If you are disabled because of a medical or mental health condition, you may experience some level of financial strain. Fortunately, many programs can provide monthly cash benefits to people with disabilities. This includes Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Both SSDI and SSI are provided to Americans who cannot work […]
Continue ReadingVeterans Benefits and Compensation Types
If you served in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, or Coast Guard, then you may be eligible for certain benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The VA offers a range of benefits, from housing assistance to education and training to health care. It also provides disability compensation for veterans who have a […]
Continue ReadingVeterans with Sleep Apnea – Why NOW is the Time to File Your Claim for Disability Benefits
For veterans with sleep apnea, every day can be a struggle when the lack of restorative sleep makes it difficult to focus or complete activities of daily living. If you have sleep apnea that is either the result of your military service or was caused by a different service-connected disability, you may be eligible for […]
Continue ReadingCan You Collect Veterans Disability Benefits for an Unreported Military Sexual Trauma?
What is a Military Sexual Trauma? The term “Military Sexual Trauma” or “MST” is a term used by The Department of Veterans Affairs (the VA) to refer to any sexual harassment or assault experienced by a military service member. It is a common misconception that MST only refers to sexual acts, however, it can include […]
Continue ReadingLooking Back at 2023 – Sharing Our Favorite Client Successes
As the year winds down and we all look ahead at welcoming 2024, we would be remiss if we didn’t take the opportunity to highlight some of the more notable client successes from this past year, as shared by the team at Bross & Frankel: Social Security Client Successes “We successfully helped a former NFL […]
Continue ReadingBitten by a Dog? New Jersey’s Law on Dog Bites
While dogs are usually friendly animals, some still bite or attack. These attacks can often lead to serious injuries or even death, depending on the circumstances. The goal of the New Jersey Dog Bite Statute is to help victims pursue compensation for their injuries if bitten. New Jersey’s Dog Bite Statute is a “strict liability” […]
Continue ReadingMy Partner and I Were In A Car Accident Together…Do We Need Different Lawyers?
Although this may not be the first question you think about when you and a loved one have been in a car accident, it is a question to consider in the aftermath. And the answer? Well…it depends. The factual details surrounding a car accident will determine whether one attorney can represent two people involved in […]
Continue ReadingHow Far Back Will SSDI Pay?
If you can’t work due to a disability, then you may be eligible for monthly cash benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Depending on when your disability started and when you applied for Social Security disability benefits, you may even be able to receive retroactive payments. This is typically referred to as back pay. […]
Continue ReadingMost Common Disabilities Eligible for Social Security Benefits
Many people go through life without ever considering what will happen if they become disabled. Unfortunately, physical and/or mental health conditions can affect any of us. They may even leave us unable to work. In this situation, you may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits through the Social […]
Continue ReadingNavigating the Road to Auto Insurance with Elizabeth Berenato
Lights…Camera…Action! Bross & Frankel’s very own Elizabeth Berenato, Certified Civil Trial Attorney and experienced personal injury lawyer, was recently the featured guest on an RVN Television episode of “Coffee with Joe”! Auto insurance rates are on the rise (along with most purchases these days…) and shopping around for auto insurance may be a wise move to […]
Continue ReadingSocial Media Implications on Disability Benefits Claims
The rise in popularity of social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) has had significant implications on Social Security disability benefits claims in recent years. The Social Security Administration, insurance companies, and legal professionals now often turn to social media platforms to gather evidence and information related to disability claims. How […]
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