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There are 8.7 million disabled workers and their families receiving monthly disability benefits through the Social Security Disability Insurance program. Millions more disabled people receive disability payments through the Supplemental Security Income program, so it’s no wonder that YouTube and TikTok creators seeking views for their content post videos titled: Is Social Security Disability Giving Extra […]

Millions of disabled American workers rely on Social Security Disability Insurance to make ends meet. If you are one of them, you may want to test your ability to work with a part-time- or full-time job. If what’s holding you back is a fear of losing your benefits, the Northern California disability lawyers at Sackett […]

If you receive disability benefits for a qualifying medical condition and have a family, you may also receive benefits for those family members. If so, these benefits may be vital to your ability to care for yourself and your family. After all, being unable to work and earn an income as you normally would can […]

When someone has worked the majority of their life becomes disabled from an injury or illness, their life gets turned upside down. When the disabling impairment is long-term, they feel great pressure to replace their lost income, especially knowing they will continue to lose their earnings for the foreseeable future. That’s why Social Security Disability […]

The Supplemental Security Income program provides monthly payments for adults and children who are blind or disabled with limited income and resources. The monthly payments allow SSI beneficiaries to pay for food, shelter, and other necessities. The program’s benefits also extend to older people who are not blind or disabled as long as they meet […]

Being disabled can be difficult in any number of ways. This is true regardless of age – but it can be especially true as a disabled person grows older. The aging process can not only bring additional health concerns, but for disabled individuals, it may also bring financial concerns. Many who are receiving disability benefits […]

Individuals with disabilities overcome face and overcome many challenges, but getting the Social Security benefits they deserve should not be one of them. If you are disabled and living in California, the disability professionals at Sackett and Associates know the application process for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits can be overwhelming unless you know what […]

At some point in life, most people will have moments when they feel anxiety – and that is a normal reaction to certain situations. For some people, however, anxiety isn’t a temporary reaction to a stressful situation or season of life. It’s an ongoing disorder characterized by feelings of worry and fear that don’t dissipate […]

Arthritis is recognized by the Social Security Administration (SSA) as a disability that qualifies those with sever impairments to receive disability benefits. There are several important criteria that a claimant must meet to have their claim for disability benefits approved. At Sackett Law, we take pride in the personal attention we pay to every client’s […]

If you are a resident of San Jose and believe you may be eligible for disability benefits, there are several ways you can apply. The Social Security Administration (SSA) maintains a website through which you can apply by yourself, without any professional assistance. However, there are important benefits you could enjoy if you do work […]