Life can be tough for people who are unable to earn a living due to a disability. Fortunately for many, there are programs in place at both the state and federal level designed to help people with disabilities to get by financially with the help of monetary benefits and insurance. In fact, disabled individuals who […]

Veterans Administration (VA) disability compensation is a tax-free benefit available to veterans who incurred a disability while serving, or related to their service, in the military, such as a physical injury, chronic illness, or mental health condition. Social Security disability benefits, on the other hand, are available to disabled individuals who aren’t able to competitively […]

Social Security disability benefits are extremely valuable to individuals who are unable to work due to a disability. But what happens when a Social Security disability benefits recipient returns to work? While these types of benefits are intended to help those who can’t work, there are specific circumstances in which a disabled individual can hold […]

Despite the high number of people who apply for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits each year in Michigan, a majority of claims are denied at the initial level of the disability claim process. And while every applicant’s situation is unique, the reasons for denial tend to be relatively uniform. In order to improve the chances […]

Countless people rely on Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits to meet their needs. Without these benefits, many of these individuals would be unable to support themselves and their families. Not only can these benefits provide monetary relief, but the critical insurance that accompanies this benefit as well. Therefore, the denial […]

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an mental disorder that is triggered by the occurrence of a traumatic event, and it puts those afflicted with this condition at risk for a number of debilitating physical and mental problems. Due to their experiences in combat, many veterans suffer from PTSD, leading them to apply for veterans’ disability […]

The Social Security Administration offers two primary benefits options to disabled individuals: Social Security disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Both options provide financial assistance to disabled individuals in Michigan. So, if you are disabled in Michigan, be sure to review the information below and contact one of our Michigan disability law attorneys as […]