On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | Nov 24, 2020 | Social Security Disability Insurance
Epilepsy is a neurological condition that causes unpredictable seizures. People with epilepsy in California commonly get treated with medication, brain treatment, surgery and devices. If someone gets diagnosed with epilepsy and can’t work, he or she may be able...
On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | Nov 23, 2020 | Social Security Disability Insurance
If you have a long-term sickness or a disability that is affecting your ability to work, you may consider filing for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. Before you do, it’s important to understand exactly what the Social Security Administration (SSA) says...
On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | Oct 21, 2020 | Social Security Disability Insurance
The application process for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits appears straightforward. Completing and submitting the necessary forms should move things along. Recently, a new requirement went into place, and it affects the application process....
On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | Oct 7, 2020 | Social Security Disability Insurance
Scoliosis is considered by the Social Security Administration (SSA) as a disorder of the spine. There are several ways that you can justify receiving disability benefits based on this medical condition. For instance, it may be possible to obtain benefits by proving...
On behalf of Ozurovich & Schwartz | Sep 24, 2020 | Social Security Disability Insurance
The commissioner of the Social Security Administration announced that five new conditions are now part of the administration’s Compassionate Allowances program. California residents will be interested to know these conditions: GM1 Gangliosidosis, Desmoplastic...
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...
