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VA Disability Benefits vs. Social Security Disability:  Am I Eligible for Both?

Published Date: May 08 2025 By Bross & Frankel

A common question asked by military veterans is whether they are eligible for multiple disability benefit programs, such as benefits through the Veterans Administration (VA) and the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program. Generally speaking, the answer is yes. It is possible for a veteran to receive both VA disability benefits and SSDI benefits simultaneously.  […]

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How the VA Rates Disabilities:  Understanding the VA Rating Schedule

Published Date: Apr 30 2025 By Bross & Frankel

If you served in the military (Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, etc.), then you may be eligible to apply for certain financial benefits. For example, you may be able to secure financial compensation for service-related injuries. Military benefit programs are administered through the Veterans Administration (VA). When a veteran applies for disability benefits, […]

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Written by Bross & Frankel · Categorized: Disability, Disability Insurance, Veterans Benefits, Veterans Disability · Tagged: veterans benefits, veterans disability, veterans disability benefits

Toxic Aftermath: How Agent Orange Exposure Contributes to Diabetes Among Disabled Veterans

Published Date: Mar 12 2025 By Jennifer Stonage

Agent Orange, the notorious herbicide used by the U.S. military during the Vietnam War, has left a lengthy legacy of lasting health issues for veterans who were exposed to it during their time in service.  Among the numerous health problems linked to Agent Orange exposure, diabetes has emerged as a significant concern.  Veterans who experienced […]

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Written by Jennifer Stonage · Categorized: Disability, Disability Insurance, Veterans Benefits, Veterans Disability

What Are the Most Common VA Claims Disabilities That Veterans File For on Their Claims?

Published Date: Mar 03 2025 By Bross & Frankel

In 2024, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) granted benefits to more than 1.1 million veterans and their survivors, which is an all-time record. There are many types of mental and physical ailments that may serve as grounds to apply for disability benefits from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Let’s take a […]

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Understanding the Road Blocks: Challenges in Accessing Veterans Disability Benefits

Published Date: Mar 03 2025 By Bross & Frankel

The path to securing veterans disability benefits through the Veterans Administration (VA) is often riddled with potential roadblocks and pitfalls. Successfully applying for VA disability benefits often requires an understanding of the scope and requirements of veterans disability claims. Engaging in the disability claims process requires time, patience, and accurate information. Common Road Blocks to […]

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Written by Bross & Frankel · Categorized: Disability, Disability Insurance, Veterans Benefits, Veterans Disability · Tagged: veterans disability benefits

Workers’ Compensation and SSDI Benefits: The Impacts and Implications of Receiving Both Benefits  

Published Date: Feb 06 2025 By Bross & Frankel

When an injured worker is receiving workers’ compensation and expects to be out of work for at least 12 months, then the worker should consider applying for benefits under the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program. But this raises an important question: does receiving workers’ compensation benefits impact your eligibility for SSDI benefits? The answer […]

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Written by Bross & Frankel · Categorized: Disability, Disability Insurance, Social Security, Social Security Disability, SSD, Workers’ Compensation Claims · Tagged: disability, Social Security, Social Security Disability, SSDI, SSDI Benefits

Most Common Medical Conditions Eligible for Long-Term Disability

Published Date: Dec 16 2024 By Bross & Frankel

If you cannot work for an extended period of time due to a medical or mental health condition, then you may be able to claim financial benefits via a long-term disability insurance policy. Such policies are typically offered through employers as part of your overall benefits package. If your employer does not provide this coverage, […]

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Early Retirement vs. Social Security Disability: Which is the Better Choice?

Published Date: Dec 04 2024 By Bross & Frankel

If you cannot continue to work due to a disabling health condition, you may be considering whether it makes more sense to collect your early retirement benefit from Social Security, or to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. There are pros and cons to each option, which is why it is important to […]

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Written by Bross & Frankel · Categorized: Disability, Disability Insurance, Social Security, Social Security Disability, SSD · Tagged: Early Retirement

Myths & Misconceptions About Social Security Disability

Published Date: Oct 09 2024 By Bross & Frankel

If you are disabled and considering whether it is worthwhile to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, do not believe everything you read online, or hear from friends and family. There are a plethora of myths and misconceptions about SSDI benefits, including the application process, who is eligible for benefits, and what options […]

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What are the Benefits to Being on Social Security Disability?

Published Date: Oct 08 2024 By Bross & Frankel

If you are considering whether to apply for benefits through the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program, then you may be wondering, “what are the benefits to being on Social Security Disability?” It’s a valid question since, unfortunately, there is a stigma often associated with “being on disability.” Some people mistakenly believe that receiving disability […]

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Written by Bross & Frankel · Categorized: Disability, Disability Insurance, Social Security, Social Security Disability, SSD · Tagged: Social Security, Social Security Disability, SSDI

Updates To SSI Program in 2024 May Expand Access to New Applicants, Increased Payments to Current SSI Recipients

Published Date: Aug 15 2024 By Bross & Frankel

The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced a new rule that would expand the definition of what’s considered a public-assistance household. It is anticipated the SSA’s new rule – which is scheduled to go into effect September 30, 2024 – will likely mean more people will be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and current […]

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Written by Bross & Frankel · Categorized: Disability, Disability Insurance, Social Security, Social Security Disability, SSI · Tagged: SSI

Lights… Camera… Law! Why Hollywood Needs to Hire Attorneys

Last Updated Date: Sep 19 2024 By Jennifer Stonage

We have all seen them and they have given us some of the most famous quotes in cinema…but you want the truth?  Hopefully you can handle the truth.  That truth being that Hollywood has historically misrepresented what it means to be an attorney.   Portraying Attorneys in Hollywood Attorneys have been portrayed across Hollywood since […]

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Written by Jennifer Stonage · Categorized: Disability, Disability Insurance

The “Social” Struggle: How Social Media Use Could Affect Your Social Security Claim

Last Updated Date: Sep 19 2024 By Jennifer Stonage

Comedian James Veitch once said, “The Internet gave us access to everything; but it also gave everything access to us.” Truer words have never been spoken.  We live in a world in which we have access to endless information, perhaps right on a device kept on us at all times, and with just the click […]

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Written by Jennifer Stonage · Categorized: Disability, Disability Insurance, Social Security, Social Security Disability, SSD, SSI

Social Security Offset for Long-Term Disability Claims: What You Need to Know

Last Updated Date: Jul 31 2024 By Bross & Frankel

If you were diagnosed with a chronic illness or suffered a significant injury that left you disabled and unable to work, you may be eligible for long-term disability (“LTD”) benefits. Receiving LTD benefits means you get a percentage of your pre-disability income. However, these benefits come with a potential catch – there may very well […]

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Disability Benefits and Multiple Sclerosis

Published Date: Jul 10 2024 By Bross & Frankel

More than 2.9 million people worldwide have been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), including close to 1 million people in the United States. Disability benefits and Multiple Sclerosis are linked in that MS is considered a “qualifying disability” to receive disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). MS can also serve as the basis […]

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