Indiana Disability Legal Blog
A Veterans Guide to PTSD Benefits Under the VA
The invisible wounds of war can be the heaviest to bear. Unfortunately, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects a high number of veterans, which impacts their daily lives and well-being. As a response, the Veterans Benefits Administration (VA) offers support through
What is Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability or TDIU?
Veterans suffering from physical and mental disabilities caused or in connection with their service can significantly impact their employability and thus affect their ability to provide for themselves and their dependents financially. Such an issue is exacerbated if a veteran
The 2024 Veterans Disability Compensation Rates
Inflation continued to affect the economy in 2023, significantly affecting the public’s cost of living. In response to rising inflation, the Veterans’ Disability Compensation Rates and the Social Security Costs for 2024 have increased. As the 2024 compensation rates have
Common Reasons Why Social Security Disability Applications Are Denied
Social Security Disability benefits are a critical lifeline for people who cannot work due to a disability. However, the SSDI application process can be complex, and time-consuming, and many are denied. This is problematic, mainly because applicants rely on this
Advantages of Hiring a Disability Attorney Before Filing a Social Security Disability Insurance Application
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program provides financial assistance to those who cannot work due to a valid disability. However, the SSDI application is a complex process. It can be complicated and time-consuming, and many applications are denied. However,
Reconsideration for Social Security Disability Benefits
Reconsideration is the first level of appeal in the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) process. It reviews the applicant’s initial decision by a different disability examiner. A reconsideration can be requested if the applicant disagrees with the initial decision that