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<title>What Is Total and Permanent Disablement (TPD) Insurance?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:21:19 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Thinking about insuring? Unsure what solutions are available to protect your wealth and your family? There are 4 main personal life insurance products available to people to protect against different risks. This article will cover TPD Insurance.]]></description>
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<title>Disability Insurance That Protects You in Your Own Occupation</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:04:33 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Every disability insurance policy is different and since professionals earn an income by working in various occupations, it is important that the policy you purchase provides benefits if you are unable to work in your own occupation. This article provides basic insight for interested consumers regarding disability insurance.]]></description>
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<title>What's Really at Stake for Professionals Filing Disability Claims?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:44:51 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When filing for disability benefits, you simply can't afford to make even one innocent mistake. The disability claim filing process can be complex, and even more so when there is more than one policy or different carriers involved. Once you understand WHAT IS REALLLY AT STAKE, only then can you decide the most prudent course of action...]]></description>
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<title>Social Security Disability Benefits: Ten Tips That One Must Consider</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:03:51 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Undergoing the whole process involving Social Security disability benefits is often described by many as exasperating and lengthy. The fact that 70 percent of applicants are denied at the initial application stages of filing a disability claim best describes this. Undeniably, because of this, it can take an applicant months or even years before he or she can finally receive his or her much-needed disability benefits.]]></description>
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<title>Capturing Disability Insurance Leads That Are Beyond Compare</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:07:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A listing of disability insurance leads providers can offer the technology and products that can develop the productivity of your disability insurance marketing unit. Its disability insurance advertising phone system and insurance telemarketing software can streamline your company whilst providing control and consistency in your business.]]></description>
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<title>Disability Insurance for the Small Business Owner</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:24:02 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Even with employees, small business owners can be seen as single-person operations. No matter how much you pay someone to help you manage, market, or produce items for your small business, no one is as invested in its success and revenue generation as you are.]]></description>
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<title>Are Social Security Disability Benefits for You?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:12:46 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As they age, many people in the United States start thinking about how are they going to live after they retire. In 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt started what is known as the Social Security Act, which today encompasses both social welfare programs and social insurance programs.]]></description>
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<title>Trauma Insurance - What Is It?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:52:10 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people have never heard of trauma insurance yet it has a place in most financial plans. In this article I explain how trauma cover works and provide examples of they types of events it covers.]]></description>
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<title>Many Disability Plans Give False Sense of Security</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:11:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Insurance brokers in Victoria, BC that guide you in choosing right insurance products. Save your time and money; call discovery insurance and financial services.]]></description>
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<title>Disability Income for Residents and Fellows</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:54:02 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Protecting your income is one of the smartest financial decisions a person can make. Residency is the best time to obtain quality disability income insurance. There are discounts available at most teaching hospitals during your residency. In addition, your GME program may be offering a special Guarantee Standard Issue (GSI) program, which allows you to obtain quality disability coverage with no medical underwriting.]]></description>
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<title>Benefits of Income Protection Insurance</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:33:47 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Income protection insurance is a type of insurance policy that pays policy holders an income when they are not capable to work due to illness or injury sustained in accident or somewhere else. It is a type of policy that can help you to still be enjoying your income even though you are not able to work.]]></description>
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<title>How Much Can I Earn and Still Collect SSDI?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:12:56 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is possible to work while collecting SSDI, but there are rules that apply during that time. The Social Security Administration (SSA) encourages you to go back to work and offers a Trial Work Period (TWP) that allows you to test your ability to work. The SSA gives up to nine months, during a specified five-year period, to try working while still being considered disabled and collecting your SSDI benefits.]]></description>
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<title>Short Term Disability Insurance Program</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:27:25 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[An organization, known as the short term disability insurance program, have the ability to assist injured employees. The organization prides themselves on bringing benefits and support to disabled employees.]]></description>
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<title>Two Long Term Disability Provisions Not to Overlook - Non-Cancellable/Guaranteed Renewable and FIO</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:38:49 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When purchasing LTD coverage, the Monthly Benefit Amount, the Elimination Period (i.e., deductible), the Benefit Period and the definitions of disability are basic policy provisions that are critically important for every applicant to carefully consider. However, there are additional provisions that are also important although most applicants are less aware or concerned about them. Agents and brokers, especially those that specialize in the sales of LTD, should and I would think typically do educate their prospects concerning their value and significance.]]></description>
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<title>Defense Department Working Harder to Educate Vets About Disability Review Options</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:06:58 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Even though the Physical Disability Board of Review has been taking applications to review veterans' disability determinations for almost three years, many still do not know their status is often upgraded upon reexamination. As of October, the Department of Defense's PDBR had taken fewer than 3,000 applications out of more than 77,000 troops that qualify, according to the Military Times website. Congress created the PDBR to serve veterans with combined disability ratings of 20 percent or less who were discharged from Sept.]]></description>
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<title>Disability Claim Denials, Is This the Wrong Time to Be Disabled in America?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 16:10:32 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[14 million Social Security disability applications were denied in a single decade, between 2000 and 2010, while the percentage of denials escalated from 34 percent to 65 percent. Is this the wrong time to be disabled in America? Note the following headlines: Federal Disability Traffic Jam The Washington Times Soldiers risk ruin while awaiting benefit checks Associated Press Disability Claims can be tough to collect Wall Street Journal It's time to stop billions of dollars of disability benefits from being denied, unnecessarily.]]></description>
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<title>Medicare and People With Disabilities</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 07:44:56 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Medicare is another resulting benefit for people with disabilities who qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). The Social Security Administration (SSA) and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services follow certain guidelines for people with disabilities and others eligible for Medicare. Here are 16 facts you should know about Medicare.]]></description>
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<title>Obtain Short Term Disability Insurance</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 08:55:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In usual fashion, the coverage will usually begin two weeks after their condition has left them in an immobile state. However, the employee may be able to utilize their sick days until the coverage is activated.]]></description>
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<title>Maximizing Your Chances For Disability Benefits</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:33:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Anyone who has ever tried getting Social Security benefits knows how difficult it can be. The process is severely backlogged and the application process can be riddled with confusing paperwork. Unfortunately, many people are in significant need of these benefits and are finding their applications denied one or more times. For many, the process can seem hopeless. However, it doesn't have to be this way and there are a few tricks that can help you maximize your chances of getting benefits.]]></description>
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<title>Types of Short Term Disability Insurance</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:00:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A complete guide to explaining the different types of short term disability insurances. This article explains the difference between individual, group and voluntary short term disability insurances.]]></description>
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<title>Shared Cost Insurance Policies Carry ERISA Preemption Risks for Employees</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6646984</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2011 07:44:30 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Washington Post recently published an article discussing the trend toward shifting insurance costs from employer to employee in an effort to lower expenses. These shared cost policies cost the employee more, but remain ERISA Preempted, and are still a risky choice for consumers. Though useful, the article omits the single most important piece of information relating to employer-based insurance. Namely; that employer-based insurance strips you of all your rights and protections against unfair or fraudulent insurance practices. Learn why choosing an individual long term disability policy is always your best option.]]></description>
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<title>What Are The Differences Between Medicare and Social Security Benefits?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2011 08:09:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Contrary to the commonly mistaken belief, Medicare and Social Security benefits are not one in the same program. Medicare and Social Security benefits are both funded by federal employment and payroll taxes, but that's where the similarities end. Many people may receive benefits from both programs as they retire or because they have a disability. For people with disabilities, Social Security disability provides financial benefits and Medicare provides medical insurance.]]></description>
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<title>If I Am Medically Disabled Am I Eligible For Social Security Disability Benefits?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 11:45:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You would think that all it takes to get Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) benefits is to prove that you are medically disabled and can't work. That seems logical. However, there are other things the Social Security Administration (SSA) looks at in addition to your medical condition that have nothing to do with your disability. You have to also pass SSA's "non-medical requirements" for disability benefits.]]></description>
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<title>Additional Compassionate Allowances List for Disability Benefits</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 11:12:59 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Social Security Administration (SSA) manages the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits applications of those who are experiencing serious medical conditions as immediate as possible. For applicants of such disability benefits, it would be ideal to hire a disability benefits attorney to make sure the rapid approval and granting of benefits. For quite a long time, SSA has recognized some disabilities in order to qualify for benefits.]]></description>
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<title>What Is a State Supplemental Payment?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2011 18:14:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When it comes to the business of receiving Supplemental Security Income payments, most people are more than aware of the fact that the amount of money that is provided is slim. Many people have a difficult time even meeting their most basic needs while receiving Supplemental Security Income payments. To this end, some states provide different sorts of supplements to help individuals who are struggling on Supplemental Security Income.]]></description>
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<title>Personal Accidental Insurance - Is It Worth Investing?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6633866</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2011 10:38:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Personal accident insurance, as the name suggests, comes to your rescue when you meet with unexpected accidents. This policy covers any accident and is not limited to work related accidents.]]></description>
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<title>Social Insurance Substitute Rider - SIS</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6617468</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 07:46:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When purchasing an insurance policy, additional coverages may be added in the form of "Riders." These may be increased coverage added for your benefit, or additional requirements of the policy which have been added by the insurance company. It is vital you read, understand, and question (if necessary) any Riders attached to your policy. Private disability insurance policies may contain a Social Insurance Substitute Rider or Social Security Off-Set, which can cause delays and reductions in benefits payable by your policy. Be Prepared!]]></description>
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<title>Understanding Income Protection Insurance</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 13:03:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In today's times of financial uncertainties, it is a smart move to have an alternative source of income in case of emergencies. If you want to ease your worries about paying the bills if you lose your job, income protection can cover your income against unforeseen unemployment. However, before buying this cover online, let us first understand income protection insurance.]]></description>
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<title>Considering Filing a Long-Term Disability Claim?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 11:55:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you preparing to file a long-term disability insurance claim? Following these five steps will eliminate many of the mistakes that delay long term disability claim approvals and benefit payments, and increase your chances of approval.]]></description>
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<title>People Think Hiring a Lawyer Will Guarantee a Win in a Social Security Disability Case</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 14:30:26 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Social Security system can be complicated and can take a long time but just hiring an attorney will not guarantee you success. There are some factors to keep in mind.]]></description>
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<title>Supplements to Supplemental Security Income</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 08:14:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Anyone who is in the process of applying for Supplemental Security Income, or those who are already receiving benefits, are likely aware that the overall payments for this program are not too high. Depending on the jurisdiction in which you live, and the extent of your disability, your payments may be as little as $500 a month, with a cap of around $650. This is not a lot of money when it comes to the business of living.]]></description>
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<title>Do You Have To Pay Taxes On Long Term Disability Benefits?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 16:28:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is a way to receive your disability income benefits on a tax-free basis. However, you must make this change before you need benefits.]]></description>
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<title>What Is Privatization?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 09:04:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Due to the fact that Social Security Disability Insurance is reaching a critical peak, when it comes to its financial stability, there have been many solutions put on the table in order to save the ailing program. One of the most popularly-discussed ideas for saving Social Security Disability Insurance is the option of privatizing the program.]]></description>
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<title>The Military and Social Security Disability Insurance</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 11:42:52 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In the event that you or one of your loved one has served in the armed forces and is now living with a disability, you may be wondering about how military benefits interact with Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. After all, both are governmental programs that are designed to assist those in need, and in the event that you are dealing with a situation where both disability insurance and military benefits are involved, it's worthwhile to understand how they are related and how both programs can work together. ]]></description>
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<title>How Does the Ticket To Work Function?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 14:58:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the most well-known work incentive programs, when it comes to Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income, is the Ticket to Work program. Through this program, disabled individuals that are currently receiving disability insurance can back into the workforce, without risking the loss of their benefits.]]></description>
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<title>The Cost of Not Having Disability Insurance</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 11:27:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Disability insurance is one of the most ignored types of insurance that people do not buy. You might think that you are in great health and do not need disability insurance. However, disaster can strike without warning. Accidents do happen that could prevent you from working. In addition, the body is unpredictable, and disease or illness could suddenly attack.]]></description>
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<title>A Ticket To Work</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 14:16:10 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are a number of different theories floating around regarding how Social Security Disability Insurance can be saved from impending financial insolvency. One of the ideas that have been proposed in recent months is the idea of helping those who receive either Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income find work.]]></description>
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<title>Acquiring the Choicest Disability Insurance Leads</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6571434</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 09:50:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Providers of disability insurance leads can put forward the technology and results that can pick up the amount produced by your insurance advertising technique. A disability insurance telephone tactic in selling and an insurance telemarketing computer program can integrate your business while giving reliability and influence in your company.]]></description>
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<title>Working While Receiving SSDI - Is It Possible?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 09:12:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people who are receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) also are looking for opportunities to do some sort of work. Working can provide extra income to those who are having trouble meeting their expenses. Perhaps more importantly, working can provide a sense of fulfillment and aid in the treatment of depression, a common side effect of living with a disability.]]></description>
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<title>Talking Finances and Supplemental Security Income</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:00:52 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are applying for Supplemental Security Income, it is very important to understand how your current financial situation will affect the application process. Supplemental Security Income is a need-based program, therefore, how much you have either in current assets or how much you made at your prior job will have a hand in how much your disability insurance payments will be.]]></description>
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<title>How Does Alcohol and Drug Addiction Affect My Disability Claim?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 14:50:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people who are currently applying for disability benefits wonder if their past alcohol and drug use or addiction may affect their current application. Does being an alcoholic in the past, and thus suffering liver problems in the present, render one disabled according to the Social Security Administration?]]></description>
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<title>Special Needs Trust for the Disabled and Elderly</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 08:29:23 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The primary purposes of a Special Needs Trust ("SNT") for a disabled person is to prevent the waste of assets and to provide the proper care of those assets. The public benefits of Social Security Income and state-paid medical care are provided on a needs basis to those who cannot earn income for themselves due to a disability. Money distributed directly to a disabled person reduces these public benefits on a dollar for dollar basis.]]></description>
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<title>When Filing a Disability Insurance Claim, Does Your Treating Physician Have the Last Word?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 13:58:56 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[More than likely, when you purchased your disability insurance policy, you assumed you'd be able to collect benefits easily if you ever needed them. And you probably assumed, sometimes based on information provided by your insurance salesperson, the process would be a fairly simple process: receive diagnosis by an expert, begin treatment, fill out some forms, submit your claim, and do your best to get on with your life while your application is processed.]]></description>
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<title>Are There Other Sorts of Disability Insurance?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 09:15:46 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are applying for either Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplement Security Income, you are likely familiar that the process is arduous and can take a long time. With this being the case, if you are reading this and are not yet disabled, you may be wondering what you can do to protect yourself in the event that you suffer long-term disability.]]></description>
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<title>A Primer on Long Term Disability and Insurance</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2011 16:15:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You may not realize it yet, but becoming disabled can compromise your productivity as a person. Whether you are a father, mother, son, or daughter, fulfilling your responsibility to your family and loved ones can be difficult if you are going to suffer from long term disability.]]></description>
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<title>Do I Need Representation?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6563380</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:36:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is absolutely no reason under the sun why you could not apply for either Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income all on your own. Even in the event that you have a mental or physical condition that makes it difficult for you to complete the process on your own, there is free assistance available for you to help you get through the process.]]></description>
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<title>Application and Interview Process</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2011 13:36:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Whether you are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income, the application process is the same. It can help to be aware of the general overview of the entire process, so be sure that you understand how applying for either Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income works before you do it.]]></description>
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<title>Who Can Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2011 09:15:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Victims of accident can avail of Social Security Disability benefit. While waiting for your Workers' Compensation benefit from the train companies or the settlement amount, you can file SS disability claim to receive financial assistance from the government.]]></description>
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<title>5 Benefits of Getting a Lawyer for Your Disability Hearing</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:50:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you have already been denied social security benefits twice, then your next option would be to get a schedule for a disability hearing. A disability hearing is an informal hearing that is presided over by an Administrative Law Judge or ALJ. The ALJ office where your disability hearing will be held is usually assigned to an office that is within 7 miles from your residence.]]></description>
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<title>The Four Questions</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 08:44:58 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income, you might be wondering what your chances are of actually getting into the program. After all, it is a long and intensive process to be considered for either one of these programs. If you are not eligible, it is better to know earlier on in the game so that you do not waste your time and efforts for applying for either Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income.]]></description>
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<title>Why Do People Need Disability Insurance?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 16:13:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people do not realize what would happen if they become disabled and lose their ability to work. Statistics show that approximately 43 percent of individuals between the ages 35 and 65 will become disabled for 90 days or more.]]></description>
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<title>Disability Income Protection Insurance</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 09:58:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article is a brief look at one of the oldest types of insurance. The disability income protection insurance is for those who want to rest assured that in case of sickness their debts will not amount to an unbearable sum. Read the information below and decide which type of disability income protection insurance best suits your needs.]]></description>
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<title>Children and Supplemental Security Income</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6541415</guid>
<pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 21:14:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Children who are disabled are only eligible for Supplemental Security Income. The reasoning for this is obvious when coupled with understanding of the differences between Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance.]]></description>
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<title>Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6536468</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 19:08:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is a very close relationship between Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid. Anybody who receives benefits through Supplemental Security Income is eligible for Medicaid, and many people rely heavily on Medicaid to get them the medical support they need to live with their disabilities.]]></description>
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<title>Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Mental Illness</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6537303</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6537303</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2011 15:41:31 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In the United States alone, millions of people suffer daily from mental illnesses that make functioning in a normal work environment next to impossible. Those affected by mental illness are just as likely to be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, as people with a physical condition. If you have a mental illness that prevents you from working, you may qualify to receive SSDI benefits.]]></description>
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<title>Veterans With Disabilities Can Receive Social Security Disability (SSDI)</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6537299</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6537299</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2011 15:30:16 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Anyone who served in a war, or grew up in a military family, knows that preserving our country's freedom comes with a price. President Obama recently talked about the cost of war saying: "Thousands have been wounded. Some have lost limbs on the battlefield, and others still battle the demons that have followed them home."]]></description>
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<title>How, and When, to Choose a Long Term Disability Insurance Attorney</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2011 15:08:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Disability insurance claims are not always paid as easily as consumers expect, for a variety of reasons. Delays and denials cause financial strain and emotional stress at the time when you need it least. Choosing the right attorney to help you navigate the disability insurance claim maze will make the difference between compounding your catastrophe and receiving prompt approval for the highest benefits owed to you. Read this article to learn how, and when, to choose a disability insurance attorney who will obtain the best results on your behalf.]]></description>
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<title>SSDI Award Eases Family's Financial Burden</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/5944714</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/5944714</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 15:04:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Obtaining Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be a time-consuming and stressful experience. Patricia Foster found herself in a dangerous situation when the state department of Mental Health transferred psychiatric patients to the Alzheimer's unit where she worked. After receiving a brutal beating by a patient, Mrs. Foster was diagnosis with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).]]></description>
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<title>Disability Insurance Riders</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6532413</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6532413</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 10:33:16 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A disability insurance policy is made up of a base policy and policy riders. A rider is an attachment which adds something to a policy. It is loosely used to refer to any supplemental agreement attached to and made a part of a policy, whether the conditions or coverage of the policy are expanded or some coverage or conditions are waived.]]></description>
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<title>What Are Disability Insurance Benefits and How Could They Be Accessed?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6511987</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6511987</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2011 14:20:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[To be born with perfectly functioning body parts is usually a miracle despite the fact that some scientists may be in denial on this factor. When one is born with a particular disability, it doesn't mean that they shouldn't be welcomed into the society which means that they should be extended all possible human favors including the right to employment by creating job opportunities suited to their capacity. However, there are particular challenges that might follow which could disqualify these people completely.]]></description>
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<title>Impairment Related Work Expenses: How Do They Work?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6531892</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6531892</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:50:53 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are receiving Supplemental Security Insurance and are interested in either returning to the work force or entering it, you may need to purchase some special equipment in order to help you get back to work. The trouble is that Supplemental Security Insurance payments are not very much, and medical equipment to help people with disabilities can be extremely expensive.]]></description>
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<title>FERS Disability Benefits for Government Physicians</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:27:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Unfortunately, most government physicians are not aware of FERS disability retirement benefits that are provided. Furthermore, the information needed to learn about this program are not as readily available as expected. This articles provides a summary of FERS disability retirement benefits and provides resources for Federal physicians interested in learning more.]]></description>
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<title>Social Security: What Is A Pass And How Does It Help?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6526613</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6526613</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:49:53 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are receiving Supplemental Security Income, you are likely well aware that most money that you make is counted against your overall "income," and if you have too much income, your benefits may suffer. As of 2011, you may make 65 dollars a month above and beyond your benefit payments before your payments begin to lessen based on the amount of money that you earn.]]></description>
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<title>Deficit Reduction Deal May Bring on More Disability Reviews</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6520062</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6520062</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 13:36:05 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The landmark deal to cut 2 trillion dollars in federal spending over the next decade could have a significant impact on social security disability insurance. Policymakers indicate that social security will be exempt from cuts at the highest levels. This could mean an increase of the 10.4 million recipients now drawing on the Social Security Disability program.]]></description>
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<title>The Information Needed for a Disability Insurance Quote</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 11:51:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article provides a summary of the information needed in order to get disability insurance quotes. Since disability insurance is priced based on a variety of criteria, it is important to take specific issues into consideration.]]></description>
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<title>Do Federal Government Employees Have Disability Insurance?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6519977</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6519977</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 11:23:42 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article provides Federal government employees with some basic information on the disability retirement benefits provided through the FERS. Although it is not a typical disability insurance program, the FERS benefit still provides some level of income protection for Federal employees.]]></description>
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<title>Social Security: What If I Want To Work?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6517004</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6517004</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 15:49:26 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Social Security Administration does certainly not discourage this. Keep in mind that the entire reason why you received Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income in the first place is that you were deemed unable to work by a judge. However, this does not mean that disabilities cannot get better, or that circumstances might not change.]]></description>
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<title>Social Security: What About My Family?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6511569</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6511569</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:09:49 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income, you are likely aware that the premiums paid by both of these programs are not particularly high. The average for SSDI payments is around 1000 dollars a month, while SSI is a bit lower than that. This can be difficult for a single person to live on, let alone raising a family at the same time.]]></description>
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<title>Disability Insurance - Can You Work and Still Receive Disability Benefits?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6502197</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6502197</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 11:47:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are certain policy provisions in and individual disability insurance policy that would allow one to return to work while still receiving benefits. In a true own occupation disability policy, one could choose to work in another occupation if one couldn't work in one's own occupation due to illness or injury.]]></description>
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<title>What Does Social Security Disability Insurance Provide?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6500954</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6500954</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2011 09:55:07 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is important to be aware of the benefits that you are eligible for when you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance. There are certain important differences between Social Security Disability Insurance and things like Long Term Disability Insurance and Workman's Compensation, so be sure to read on and learn more about what you are entitled to should you get approved for Social Security Disability Insurance.]]></description>
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<title>Social Security Vs Private Disability Insurance</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6495295</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6495295</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:33:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are curious about Social Security Disability Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance and the differences between them, you're not alone. If you are worried about protecting yourself against disability or you or a loved one are in the process of deciding how to deal with a recently sustained disability, it is important to understand the differences between Social Security Disability Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance.]]></description>
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<title>Medicare, Medicaid, and Disability</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6491021</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6491021</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:32:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income, it is due to having some form of medical condition that impairs your ability to work. Of course, those who are on either Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income tend not to have a lot of expendable cash on hand to help pay for medical treatment. This is where another facet of disability comes into play - that of Medicare and Medicaid. One or both of these programs may become available to you once you get approved for disability treatments.]]></description>
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<title>Disability Insurance Claims Law - How to Handle the Details</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6472739</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6472739</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:49:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The rules for filing a disability insurance claim are very complicated and the assistance of an experienced disability insurance lawyer can be helpful. This article examines the process of filing a claim.]]></description>
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<title>The Importance of Doctors When Applying For Social Security</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6480624</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6480624</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:01:44 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In the event that you are disabled and unable to work, you should most certainly apply for Social Security Disability Insurance if you are able. There are a few things that you can do to speed up the process, or at least ensure that you do not encounter any unnecessary roadblocks on your way to getting approved for Social Security Disability Insurance.]]></description>
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<title>Disability Insurance for Young Ophthalmologists</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6483091</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6483091</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 11:57:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article provides a list of important factors for young ophthalmologists to consider when purchasing disability insurance. There are a number of insurance companies offering quality coverage today and ophthalmologists should understand how to determine the quality of a disability insurance policy.]]></description>
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<title>General Guidelines for Social Security Disability Insurance</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6473744</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6473744</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2011 15:28:51 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Qualifying for Social Security Disability Insurance can be an adventure all on its own. The average wait for people who are trying to receive Social Security Disability Insurance benefits is usually between 500 and 700 days - so there's definitely a lot of time to get sucked into the complications!]]></description>
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<title>Retirement, Dependant, and Working Benefits</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6470615</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6470615</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2011 14:34:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most people, when they think about Social Security Disability Insurance, tend to think solely about the person who is receiving those benefits. However, the Social Security Administration realizes that disabilities do not necessarily exist in a vacuum - there are other people and things that are affected by a person's inability to work.]]></description>
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<title>What Are The Benefits of Social Security Disability Insurance?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6465109</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6465109</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 15:48:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people are applying or have applied for Social Security Disability Insurance. There are many benefits to being part of the Social Security Disability Insurance that go beyond the monthly payments. It is important to understand your rights as a beneficiary of the Social Security Disability Insurance program once you become a part of it.]]></description>
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<title>What Is A Resource?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6460010</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6460010</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 16:18:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When you are applying for Supplemental Security Income, you will be asked to provide information about your income and your resources. These are what make up your eligibility for the Supplemental Security Income program, since if your income is too high you are not eligible to receive assistance from the government through this program.]]></description>
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<title>Disabled Employees Should Employ an Attorney Long Before Their Claim</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6467010</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6467010</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:35:54 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Considerations before starting to find a disability insurance lawyer. Do you need to find a disability attorney?]]></description>
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<title>Appeal a Judge's Denial or Start a New Social Security Disability Claim?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6473403</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6473403</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 12:01:45 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Social Security has now made it tough to decide between appealing a judge's denial and filing a new claim. Now the claimant has to make a hard choice.]]></description>
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<title>Common Social Security Disability Benefits Problems and How to Fix Them</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6468664</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6468664</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 11:59:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The truth is that the government is not a perfect system; then again, no process is 100% perfect. Even so, the idea that there are problems with the Social Security disability benefits system can be troubling to some. When you need to have benefits in order to keep paying your bills, you hope that the system is as effective and as efficient as possible. Since this system can have common problems, you need to know about them so that you can deal with them in the best possible ways.]]></description>
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<title>5 Myths About Social Security Disability</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6468640</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6468640</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:59:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are many people who feel as though they should automatically qualify to receive Social Security Disability (SSD). However, this is because they have heard one thing or another form someone about something in which it would just magically appear, if they could no longer work. This is nowhere near the truth.]]></description>
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<title>How Can An Attorney Help Me Get Social Security Disability Benefits?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6468648</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6468648</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:59:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In order to be able to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits (SSD), you will need to make sure that you know what you need to fill out and what forms will be necessary when you go to apply. It is not necessarily an easy process, but it is one that is very specific in what you will need to do. If you do not follow the instructions to the letter, then you will be in for a surprise when you are denied. It is not that the SSA does not want to provide people who are disable d with the help that they need to be able to survive, it is just that they need to insure that those who are getting it are the ones who should be. They do not to be defrauded.]]></description>
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<title>What Is SSI? How Can An Attorney Help To Get It?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6468651</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6468651</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:59:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[SSI is supplemental security income. In other words, it is a benefit that is primarily for those who are retired. There are other reasons in which you can qualify to receive this benefit from the federal government. Primarily this is income that is provided to adults in this country who are over the age of 65 and are in need of having additional income in order to be able to live. It is a benefit that many people have had the pleasure of using and being able to live longer and have a decent life because of being able to get this income.]]></description>
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<title>Who Is Eligible For Social Security Disability Benefits?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6468652</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6468652</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:58:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When you are trying to get what is coming to you, you need to determine whether you have the eligibility to receive certain benefits. This is true for Social Security Disability as well as any other benefits you may be looking to collect because of being disabled or not being able to work any longer. There are certain requirements and stipulations that will need to be met in order to qualify for disability benefits through Social Security. In order to be able to meet these requirements and to qualify you need to know what they are.]]></description>
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<title>The Social Security Disability Appeals Process</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6468654</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6468654</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:58:36 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are in the process of applying to get your SSD benefits and you get that dreaded letter. You know the one that says you have been denied form receiving this benefit. There are a number of reasons why you have been denied, the thing is you need to know what it is you will need to do in order to be able to qualify for these benefits this is where you will need to get to know what you will need to do in order to file an appeal.]]></description>
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<title>Defining Social Security Disability Benefits</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6468669</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6468669</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:58:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When you're injured or you develop a condition that leaves you disabled, you need to find out more about Social Security disability benefits. While the concept seems simple - you get benefits if you can't work - there is a series of questions you should keep in mind as you begin the process of applying for benefits. You might not qualify for the benefits you thought you did, which means you need to seek out alternative ways of providing for your family.]]></description>
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<title>Do You Qualify for Social Security Benefits?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6468671</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6468671</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:58:09 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Before you can begin to claim social security benefits, you need to think about whether or not you qualify. For those who are disabled, there is a certainly set of guidelines you need to follow in order to receive the benefits you are owed. By following some simple steps, you can ensure you have followed all of the rules that the government has set forth, allowing you the opportunity to receive compensation and support while you are managing your health needs.]]></description>
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<title>What a Social Security Disability Attorney Can Do for You</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6468674</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6468674</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:57:53 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Sometimes, you can't handle all of the responsibilities of applying for Social Security disability benefits on your own. You need more help to ensure you have the proper documents in place, that you know how the system works, and that you have the proper legal support, should you need it. With a Social Security disability attorney, you can benefit from their experience in helping others who have been in the same situation as you are right now.]]></description>
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<title>What Happens When Your Social Security Disability Claim Is Denied?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6468684</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6468684</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:57:44 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In some cases, a patient might be denied their Social Security disability claim. While they might have the proper documentation and the proper paperwork turned in, some claims are denied for a variety of reasons. One you can see what the possible problems in the claim might be, you can actively pursue a resubmission of your claim in order to get the disability benefits you deserve. When you can't seem to get the disability you believe are owed to you, you can then work with a lawyer in order to help you fight the denial of benefits.]]></description>
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<title>Disability Income Insurance - Protecting Your Income Can Be Crucial to Your Security</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6412730</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6412730</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:49:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Odds are that you won't be struck by lightning or be hit by a wayward meteor, but a disability preventing you from earning an income has a much greater probability factor.  If you are skeptical, read some statistics on the subject:]]></description>
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<title>Is There Additional Help Available For Those On Supplemental Security Income?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 13:03:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are a host of other programs that can help you or your loved ones out if Supplemental Security Income is not enough to eke out a living. If you get Supplemental Security Income, you might be able to get help from your state or county in addition to help from the federal government. Your community for more information about what other sorts of unique resources may be available for those who are receiving Supplemental Security Income.]]></description>
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<title>How Does Disability Work?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 12:58:16 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is lots of information out there on the Internet regarding applying for disability and what to do if your disability claim gets denied. But in the event that you manage to beat the odds and get approved for disability payments, what happens then? How much can you expect to receive?]]></description>
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<title>How To Apply For Social Security Disability Insurance</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 09:40:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most of us work hard for our money and pour a lot of time and effort into creating rewarding, productive careers. However, sometimes the unexpected occurs and then we must make adjustments.The process for getting benefits can take over a year, and getting started as soon as possible is the key to getting your benefits faster.]]></description>
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<title>What Do They Mean By Disability?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 11:10:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When applying for disability, it is important to be as complete with your application and your documentation as possible. One of the most important things to be aware of when applying for any kind of disability insurance is understanding what the government means when they say a "disability."]]></description>
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<title>5 Facts About Disability Insurance</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 14:57:07 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[People between the ages of 35 and 65 have a 30 percent chance of suffering from a disability. This means that the probability of disability is greater than the chance that this same age group will experience an early death. This makes it important for people to learn about disability insurance.]]></description>
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<title>Winning Select Disability Insurance Leads</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 10:43:39 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Disability insurance leads may be found in many places, such as doctors' offices or hospitals. Educational institutions for special children can provide quality disability leads.]]></description>
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<title>Protect Your Assets With Disability Insurance</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 14:48:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[According to the American Council of Life Insurers, 1 in 3 Americans between the ages of 35-65 will be disabled for more than 90 days. 1 in 7 people will be disabled for more than 5 years. This is why disability insurance is usually more expensive than life insurance.]]></description>
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<title>What Is The Relationship Between Social Security Disability and Long-Term Disability?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 12:50:13 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Social Security Disability and long-term disability insurance have an intricate relationship. Approval and denial of one may affect the other. Read on to learn more about how one may affect the other.]]></description>
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