On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | Jul 20, 2020 | Social Security Disability Insurance
Applying for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration in California often results in a denial. In fact, the nationwide averages indicate more than 50% of first-time Social Security disability applicants are denied. The SSA has established a...
On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | May 8, 2020 | Social Security Disability Insurance
Lower back pain is a common problem among people in California. For some of them, the pain overcomes their ability to achieve functional daily living. At that point, an application for Social Security Disability benefits may be appropriate. Lumbar spinal stenosis is a...
On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | Apr 16, 2020 | Social Security Disability Insurance
California residents who are applying for Social Security Disability benefits may be able to submit claims online or by phone. However, it may not necessarily be a good idea to do so. Those who choose to submit a claim online typically cannot talk to a representative,...
On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | Apr 3, 2020 | Social Security Disability Insurance
The Social Security Administration authorizes monthly payments for people in California when their medical conditions prevent them from earning a sufficient living. Although replacement income is the purpose of the program, SSA does recognize that recipients may work...
On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | Feb 14, 2020 | Social Security Disability Insurance
Filing for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is already a complicated process with a lot of pitfalls, but there’s one simple mistake that ends up ruining a lot of claims: People simply fall out of touch with the state agency that’s...
On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | Dec 20, 2019 | Social Security Disability Insurance
Obtaining Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can be difficult, no matter what your condition. The process is long, convoluted and confusing — at best. The long wait to even get an initial decision makes it even more heartbreaking when you open...
On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | Nov 29, 2019 | Social Security Disability Insurance
Pain is a huge factor in many different medical conditions. For some people, it may be the number one symptom they try to treat or relieve. Yet, not every medical condition that leads to pain is easy to detect. In the past, that’s often proven problematic for...
On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | Oct 8, 2019 | Social Security Disability Insurance
If you have a disability, you likely struggle to work full-time. You may get tired more easily or be unable to physically cope with strenuous work over a long period. If you are struggling financially because of the income you have lost as a result of acquiring a...
On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | Aug 15, 2019 | Social Security Disability Insurance
Unfortunately, many people struggle to earn an income when they become disabled. This means that they have to look into other options for gaining income, and one of the most obvious options is to try to seek Social Security Disability benefits. Successfully making a...
On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | Jun 21, 2019 | Social Security Disability Insurance
If you’re applying for Social Security Disability benefits, do you really need an attorney’s assistance? While there’s no requirement to have an attorney when you file your claim, it could be the best investment you can make. Here’s why: You...
