Houston Social Security
Disability Attorney
A previous post on this blog talked a new rule issued by the Social Security Administration which would have potential impact on those applying for disability benefits in Houston, Texas, as well as in other parts of the country. Basically, the rule ended the practice...
Although most creditors cannot garnish the Social Security Disability checks in order to collect a debt, the federal government is an important exception to this rule. Not surprisingly, many people in the Houston area owe money for things like back taxes and, perhaps...
There are myriad ways in which a person can develop post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It is common among military veterans, law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics and other first responders. It is also common in other lines of work. A factory worker...
As mentioned previously on this blog space, Social Security Disability benefits provide financial benefit to those who are unable to work any more. Millions of people across the country apply for these benefits every year and Houston residents may be surprised to hear...
Most of the disabilities in the country result from injuries and illnesses incurred while at work. When someone is involved in a work accident that leaves them with an inability to work, they may likely face financial difficulties as a result. Not only have they...
2016 was the first time there was a year to year decrease in the number of people receiving Social Security disability benefits since 1988, the earliest year from which data is available. The trend has carried on into the New Year, as the number fell from 8.89 million...
Houston residents are fortunate enough to live in a country where the governmental offices are comparatively efficient and responsive. They still must heave a sigh of relief when their Social Security paperwork is not only complete, but also accepted. They can finally...
Suffering from a serious disability that prevents you from working can be nerve-wracking. If you're lucky, you have family members and friends who can support you until you get approved for benefits. In the meantime, you will want to be as proactive as possible in...
For Houstonians who have been approved for Social Security disability benefits, there are still rules that are part of the process and must be fully understood and followed. One is that the Social Security Administration will conduct periodic reviews of claimants to...
Suffering from a disabling injury or illness can be life changing. You might go from being a fairly healthy, independent person to being someone who needs powerful medication, ongoing care and lifestyle accommodations, which can be incredibly difficult to cope with.To...