It may feel discouraging to seek disability aid from the government but receive a denial letter instead. However, not all hope is lost. By following Tennessee's appeal process, your denied Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim can be re-assessed and...
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Losing more than a paycheck: Disability can change everything
Becoming disabled suddenly as an adult due to severe injury or illness is not just about losing the ability to work. It may involve losing a sense of stability, confidence and sometimes even your sense of self. For many people, disability changes everything. Their...
What is the process of securing Social Security disability benefits?
For disabled people in Tennessee who are unable to work, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides a financial safety net so that they can pay for their basic expenses. While some people refer to SSDI as an entitlement, it is not. Instead, people pay into...
How to apply for SSD benefits in Tennessee
If you have a disability and can no longer work in Tennessee, the Social Security Administration will pay you some cash to help you get by. But, before you start applying for the benefits, it's important to know what to expect. Social Security benefits in Tennessee To...
What Type of Disability Attorney is best for you?
Social Security Disability is a special area of practice. Attorneys who are well-versed in Social Security Disability law often have a large volume of social security disability clients. While a large-volume, specialized practice can be beneficial for clients because attorneys in this area are familiar with the procedures relating to the Social Security Disability process, the human touch and special…
Social Security Disability: How Current is Current
Effective April 27, 2020, the Social Security Administration will no longer take into account a Claimant’s ability to effectively communicate in English when making a Social Security Disability determination. The original rules from 1978 were premised on the assumption that ‘‘it may be difficult for someone who does not speak and understand English to do a job, regardless of the…
