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SSDI Veterans Day Program Expedites Veterans Disability Insurance

By Gustad Law Group |

eHealth Exchange is a new program that allows access to electronic health records for veterans. As a result, the program accelerates processing of veterans’ Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claims. The agreement removed a long-standing rule that made the VA wait several months before shipping information to insurance agencies. Instead, the eHealth Exchange program… Read More »

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U.S. Secretary of Defense Suspends Collection from National Guard Members Instructed to Pay Back Financial Bonuses

By Gustad Law Group |

United States Secretary of Defense Ashton B. Carter said today that he has directed the Pentagon to halt its collection of payments from California Army National Guard soldiers who were instructed to repay their enlistment bonuses. U.S. Secretary of Defense Suspends Collection from National Guard Members Instructed to Pay Back Financial Bonuses Carter revealed… Read More »

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Social Security and SSI Benefits Will Increase by 0.3 Percent in 2017

By Gustad Law Group |

The United States Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced that the inflation index it employs to establish cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) has escalated during the past 12 months. Therefore, Social Security and SSI benefits will increase by 0.3 percent in 2017. But how is the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) established and how does it work? How… Read More »

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Social Security Checks Expected to Increase in 2017

By Gustad Law Group |

Checks for 66 million beneficiaries will rise between 0.2 percent to 0.5 percent in 2017. That will result in an average retiree to experience an increase of $2.61 to $6.53 per month. Find out why Social Security checks expected to increase in 2017 is causing a stir among new reports from the American Institute… Read More »

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Securing Social Disability as a Smoker, Drug User or Inmate

By Gustad Law Group |

Securing Social Security Disability as a smoker, drug users or inmate, is a sensitive subject. Even people who drink more often than most are hesitant to bring it up. Many smokers and regular alcohol users assume that due to their lifestyle, their benefits will be denied. Securing Social Security Disability as a Smoker, Drug… Read More »

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6 Common Reasons Social Security Disability Claims Are Denied

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A Social Security Disability claims being rejected is not a unique situation. Some are turned down for financial reasons. Others are denied due to the the claimant’s health status. If you are thinking about applying for disability benefits, you should know some common reasons Social Security Disability claims are denied. Common Reasons Social Security… Read More »

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Hospitals in Tacoma Washington

By Gustad Law Group |

If you’re in need of medical assistance or specialized treatment, look no further! Below is a list of Hospitals in Tacoma Washington that can offer you all of the help you need. From trauma centers to an NCIU, these hospitals offer modernized and effective treatment for your specific medical needs. St. Joseph Medical Center… Read More »

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What is the US Social Security Administration?

By Gustad Law Group |

The United States Social Security Administration (SSA) is charged with the oversight of the U.S. Social Security program. This program uses funds derived from federal payroll taxes to provide monthly income benefits to those at retirement age, disabled people, and the surviving spouses of those who were receiving benefits. The current retirement age in… Read More »

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How Can a Disability Claim Be Expedited?

By Gustad Law Group |

Those who rely on disability claims to supplement lost income often wonder how can a disability claim be expedited. While there is no guarantee of a faster solution, below are three ways that may make the claims process work a little faster. How Can a Disability Claim Be Expedited? Submit medical records with your… Read More »

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About Monthly Social Security Disability Benefits

By Gustad Law Group |

Most people want an estimate of how much their social security disability check will be before they start the application process. The amount of SSDI will vary between individuals based on different factors such as work history and prior income. However, there are ways to figure out the likely total of your SSDI payments…. Read More »