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Idaho – Can my Congressman/Congresswoman help me get my Social Security benefits?

Can my Congressman/Congresswoman help me get my Social Security benefits? Your local Congressional office will usually have staff that is experienced with Social Security procedures.  A “Congressional Inquiry” may help to get your case moving faster with SSA, but that inquiry will … Continue reading

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Spokane, WA Cda, ID Area – Why is there a five-month waiting period for Social Security disability benefits?

Why is there a five-month waiting period for Social Security disability benefits? Social Security assumes that working families have access to other resources to provide support during periods of short-term disabilities, including workers compensation, insurance, savings and investments. Social Security … Continue reading

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I have been receiving Social Security disability benefits for the past four years and my condition has not improved. Is there a time limit on receiving Social Security disability benefits?

I have been receiving Social Security disability benefits for the past four years and my condition has not improved. Is there a time limit on receiving Social Security disability benefits? No time limit as long as your condition keeps you … Continue reading

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Are my children entitled to social security benefits If I’m found disabled by SSA?

If I am found disabled, are my children entitled to benefits? Yes If a parent is disabled, children who are: under 19, still in high school or disabled prior to age 22 are entitled to benefits.  The benefit received by … Continue reading

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Idaho Lumber Truck Overturns on Highway 95 Blocking both lanes for 4 hours

On Thursday, November 10, 2011, at 10:00pm, the Idaho State Police investigated a one vehicle semi crash on US 95 north of Weiser.  James Johnson, 61 from Clarkston, WA, was southbound on US 95 at mile marker 93.6.  He was … Continue reading

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Spokane, Wa Cda, Id : Can alcohol and drug addicts really get Social Security Disability Benefits?

Can alcohol and drug addicts really get Social Security Disability benefits? Not anymore.  Congress has now prohibited Social Security from paying benefits on the basis of drug addiction or alcoholism. In a nutshell, the law states that if SSA determines … Continue reading

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How much money will I get each month if I’m approved for Social Security Disability?

If I am approved for Social Security Disability benefits, how much money will I receive? The amount of your monthly benefit check is not based on financial need. Your potential benefits are based upon the income you have earned throughout … Continue reading

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Spokane, Wa – How is Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) determined by Social Security on my disability case?

How is Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) determined? To be eligible for disability benefits, a person must be unable to engage in substantial gainful activity (SGA). A person who is earning more than a certain monthly amount (net of impairment-related work … Continue reading

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My doctor says I’m disabled, why is Social Security denying my claim?

Social Security takes the position that it is not up to your doctor to determine whether or not you are disabled.  They will make their own decision based on the evidence they choose to consider. Most claims are denied because the … Continue reading

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Spokane, WA Must you be permanently disabled to get social security disability?

Do you have to be permanently disabled to receive Social Security Disability benefits? No.  You have to be disabled for at least a year or be expected to be disabled for at least a year.  If you expect to be … Continue reading

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