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11/15/2021

11/13/2021

Feds Sue Uber For Overcharging People with Disabilities By Using 'Wait Time' Fees

The U.S. Justice Department is suing Uber for overcharging people with disabilities:

The U.S. Justice Department filed a lawsuit against Uber on Wednesday, accusing the ride-hailing service with violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by charging extra fees to disabled passengers who need additional time to get into a vehicle.

11/11/2021

Happy Veterans Day from The Law Offices Of Martin Taller! 🇺🇸

11/08/2021

11/06/2021

Another struggle for long COVID patients: Disability benefits

Can individuals with long COVID qualify for disability benefits?

Since she tested positive for the coronavirus in April 2020, Josie Cabrera Taveras has found herself sleeping for up to 15 hours a day, stopping in grocery store aisles to catch her breath, lapsing in and out of consciousness and unable to return to her job as a nanny.

11/05/2021

Does Cerebral Palsy Qualify for SSDI? - The Law Offices of Martin Taller

Does cerebral palsy qualify for SSDI? Let’s look at SSDI eligibility and how the Social Security Administration (Social Security) makes its determinations:

Emily noticed her son Noah’s developmental challenges when he was about three months old. His pediatrician told her he had mixed cerebral palsy, and she immediately began treatments that would maximize his abilities. However, as a young adult Noah was unable to work enough to become fully independ...

11/01/2021

10/31/2021

Happy Halloween from The Law Offices Of Martin Taller! 🎃

10/29/2021

What Is an Employment Network? - The Law Offices of Martin Taller

Social Security offers special programs to help SSDI recipients achieve their employment goals. One key element is the employment network.

Some people qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, but not for the rest of their lives. After you start receiving benefits, your condition might improve enough that you want to try going back to work. The Social Security Administration (Social Security) supports the idea.....

10/25/2021

10/23/2021

Tips for Making Halloween Disability-Friendly

🎃 How to have an inclusive Halloween:

Michigan Medicine experts provide tips on how to best navigate the Halloween holiday for children with disabilities.

10/22/2021

Can I Find a Social Security Attorney Near Me? - The Law Offices of Martin Taller

Understanding your rights is critical to the success of your application for disability benefits.

Applying for disability benefits can be confusing and frustrating. Finding a Social Security attorney near you should help.

10/18/2021

10/16/2021

These Adaptive Halloween Costumes Are Amazing

Check out these adaptive Halloween costumes! 👻

From dragons to princess carriages and so much more, these adaptive Halloween costumes are magical

10/14/2021

4 Stages for Your SSDI Appeal - The Law Offices of Martin Taller

How will your SSDI appeal be handled?

More than 50% of first-time SSDI applications are denied. You are not alone, but how will your SSDI appeal be handled?

10/11/2021

10/10/2021

Today is World Mental Health Day! Did you know that the Social Security Administration recognizes serious mental illnesses as a basis for awarding Social Security Disability benefits?
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3keyGgq

10/08/2021

Blood Disorders That Might Qualify for Disability Benefits - The Law Offices of Martin Taller

There are thousands, if not millions, of medical conditions involving every system of our bodies. But not all of those conditions qualify for disability benefits.

How will you know if you can get SSDI? Ask a disability lawyer about Social Security’s listing of impairments and how to qualify for SSDI.

10/04/2021

10/02/2021

6 Tips on Talking to Your Toddler About Special Needs

How to talk to your toddler about special needs:

From a mom of children with and without special needs.

10/01/2021

How Much Can I Earn When I’m Receiving Social Security Benefits? - The Law Offices of Martin Taller

People receiving Social Security benefits often want to supplement their income. But does the Social Security Administration frown on that or allow it?

People receiving Social Security benefits often want to supplement their income. But does the Social Security Administration (Social Security) frown on that or allow it? Can you earn as much as you want, or are there limits? In this article, we will look at two common Social Security benefits and yo...

09/27/2021

09/25/2021

Can You Get Both SSDI and SSI Disability Benefits?

Did you know that you can receive both SSDI and SSI disability benefits?

See if you should apply for both SSDI and SSI, two Social Security programs for disabled beneficiaries that can work concurrently depending on income.

09/24/2021

I’m 62. Can I Qualify for SSDI? - The Law Offices of Martin Taller

When applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), your age could be a factor along with your medical condition.

Sometimes age matters. We have to be 16 to get a driver’s license, 18 to sign a contract, 21 to drink alcohol, and so on. When applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), your age could be a factor along with your medical condition. Can you qualify for SSDI at age 62? Let’s look at...

09/20/2021

09/18/2021

Can I Collect Both SSDI and VA Disability Compensation?

Did you know that SSDI and VA disability work together?

Compare eligibility and benefits rules for Social Security Disability Insurance and VA disability compensation; you may qualify for both programs.

09/16/2021

24 of Your Resources That Don’t Count Against Your SSI - The Law Offices of Martin Taller

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a needs-based program. But what exactly does “needs-based” mean?

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a needs-based program. But what exactly does “needs-based” mean? When the Social Security Administration (Social Security) reviews your application for benefits, they make sure your income and resources fall below a certain limit. If you own too much or earn...

09/13/2021

09/11/2021

We will never forget.

09/09/2021

A Simple Guide to Social Security Disability Benefits - The Law Offices of Martin Taller

Despite a glut of information, it can be difficult to understand Social Security disability benefits. This simple guide to Social Security disability benefits should help.

It's difficult to understand Social Security disability benefits, despite a glut of information. This simple guide should help.

09/06/2021

Happy Labor Day from The Law Offices Of Martin Taller! 👷

09/04/2021

What Is the Social Security Blue Book?

Are you familiar with The Blue Book?

The Social Security Blue Book lists impairments the Social Security Administration (SSA) considers severe enough to prevent someone from working.

09/03/2021

Ask a Disability Lawyer: What Does Compassionate Allowances Mean? - The Law Offices of Martin Taller

Using Compassionate Allowances, Social Security can quickly identify people who are almost certain to meet its requirements for disability benefits.

Government benefits like SSDI are confusing. If you have questions, ask a disability lawyer for the answers.

08/30/2021

08/28/2021

5 Simple Ways To Support Disability Activism

Are you looking to support disability activism? Here are 5 ways you can help:

One of the keys to getting started is resolving not to center yourself from the outset. Be willing to share the stage and be a voice in a chorus. It truly can be as important and rewarding in disability activism to work behind the scenes as it is to be a lead actor or soloist.

08/27/2021

Musculoskeletal Problems: Some of the Most Common Disabilities Involve Your Joints and Spine - The Law Offices of Martin Taller

Did you know that some of the most common disabilities involve the joints and spine?

Millions of people suffer from joints and spine injuries. In fact, some of the most common disabilities involve the musculoskeletal system.

08/23/2021

08/21/2021

Are Social Security Disability Benefits Taxable?

Are Social Security Disability Benefits Taxable?

In some situations, you may owe taxes on these benefits.

08/20/2021

Watch for These Current SSI Scams - The Law Offices of Martin Taller

If you get Supplemental Security Income (SSI), watch for the current SSI scams.

Hearing from the government can be distressing. It's even worse when someone tries one of the SSI scams currently being used.

08/16/2021