Key Points of This Article: Roughly 10.5 million people receive disability benefits from Social Security, and an additional 8 million receive disability benefits from Supplemental Security Income. As of April 10, 2020, several workflow disruptions were announced related to the coronavirus pandemic that may impact how local SSA offices are operating and changes in scheduled... read more
At the law firm of Rhoads and Rhoads, we recognize that we are living in challenging times. While we all have concerns about our families, health, employment, and more – I want to reassure you that Rhoads and Rhoads is still accommodating our clients through phone call meetings. If you have been injured in an accident,... read more
Synopsis Kentuckians may apply to receive Social Security benefits after they have been diagnosed with a disabling condition that affects their ability to work and has lasted or is expected to continue, at least one year or result in death. In Kentucky, Disability Determination Services makes disability determinations for both Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and... read more
Synopsis Personal injuries caused by motor vehicle accidents can create catastrophic financial, physical, and mental health issues for which most individuals should be compensated. For crash victims who are no longer able to work due to severe and long-lasting psychological and physical injuries, Social Security Disability benefits may be available. There are specific requirements to... read more
Synopsis Serious back injuries can trigger spine-related pain and suffering that persists for a life-time. Back surgery and other treatments can cost anywhere from $20,000 to $150,000 depending on procedural complications or the surprise onset of other related conditions. If an injured person has reached a certain working status through the Social Security Administration, there... read more
Your Guide to Understanding Social Security Disability’s Compassionate Allowances (CAL) Some individuals who meet Social Security’s standards for disability benefits, may also be eligible for a Compassionate Allowances (CAL). This is a program designed by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to quickly identify diseases and other medical conditions that, by definition, meet Social Security’s standards... read more
Social Security Benefits Set to Increase in 2019 In 2018, about 63 million Americans received approximately one trillion dollars in Social Security benefits while an estimated 175 million workers were covered under Social Security. In Kentucky, nearly 950,000 residents currently receive some type of Social Security benefits and that statistic is likely to grow substantially from here... read more
Guide to Understanding Long Term Disability Denials and Appeals WATCH: Attorney Sara Martin Diaz, who handles most of the LTD cases for the firm, talks about what made her want to become an attorney and why Rhoads & Rhoads is different. A disability or serious illness can rob an individual’s ability to work and carry... read more
5 Social Security Disability Questions You Need Answers To More than 11 percent of Kentuckians receive some form of Social Security disability payment, making Kentucky the second highest state in dispersing the funds. If you have a disability and find that you are no longer able to support yourself and your family, nothing should stand in the way of... read more
1 Million Americans Awaiting Social Security Disability Nearly 950,000 Kentucky residents currently receive some type of Social Security benefits and that number is not likely to grow substantially from here on out. Data compiled by the Social Security Administration (SSA) say more than 1 million Americans who have applied are waiting out an approval they... read more
