Disability Benefits

A former Social Security Administration (SSA) attorney goes behind the scenes to show you why it’s so difficult to win a Social Security Disability case. Working as an attorney advisor for over 10 years, the author drafted and reviewed thousands of disability decisions. During this time, he learned why the system is stacked against the claimant throughout the process. After he left SSA, he wanted to make this knowledge available to everyone.

The eye-opening essays in Disability Visibility, all written by disabled people, offer keen insight into the complex and rich disability experience, examining life's ableism and inequality, its challenges and losses, and celebrating its wisdom, passion, and joy. The accounts in this collection, adapted for audio, ask listeners to think about disabled people not as individuals who need to be “fixed", but as members of a community with its own history, culture, and movements. They offer diverse perspectives that speak to past, present, and future generations.

From August 2, 1990 to July 31 1991, more than 650,000 U.S. military personnel took part in The Gulf War to liberate Kuwait. While successful in that campaign, the US has continued to deploy U.S. personnel to the Middle East to fight against terrorism. To date, the Government Accountability Office has stated that over one million servicemembers have served in Southwest Asia since 1990, and those numbers will steadily rise as we continue to fight the Global War on Terrorism. Tragically, about one third of our Gulf War Veterans are experiencing Medically Unexplained Illnesses, manifesting as ...

101 Tips to Win Your Social Security Disability Claim by Avi Leibovic Esq has achieved a remarkable feat by being as Top #10 Best seller in three of Amazon's categories. #2 Best Seller ★ in Health Policy (Kindle Store) (December 20, 2023) (Kindle) #61 Best Seller ★ in Biographies of People with Disabilities (Books) (December 8, 2023) (Kindle) "Go on a journey with Avi Leibovic, Esq. as the disability expert teaches readers how to win their claim for Social Security disability benefits. With over 25 years of experience, you will learn how to file a case, what to do, what NOT to do and ...

Are you a veteran frustrated by the overwhelming VA claims process? Are you a reservist or national guardsman preparing to discharge from a period of active duty service? Are you an active duty service member preparing to separate from the military? If you answered yes to any of the above questions but feel uncertain about how to access the financial support and healthcare benefits you’ve earned through your service, this guide is here to help you take control! Whether you’re filing your first claim, appealing a denial, or striving to maximize your disability rating, VA Claims: A Step-...

Disability is not just the story of someone we love or the story of whom we may become; rather it is undoubtedly the story of our nation. Covering the entirety of US history from pre-1492 to the present, A Disability History of the United States is the first audiobook to place the experiences of people with disabilities at the center of the American narrative. In many ways, it’s a familiar telling. In other ways, however, it is a radical repositioning of US history. By doing so, the book casts new light on familiar stories, such as

If you're a disabled veteran, understanding VA disability ratings and compensation is crucial to securing the benefits you've earned. The VA disability benefits provide financial assistance, healthcare, housing, education, and other types of crucial support to veterans with disabilities. However, navigating the VA disability claims and appeals process can be challenging without a comprehensive understanding of how the system works. In this guide, you'll gain valuable insights into the VA disability rating system and how to maximize your benefits. We will provide a step-by-step guide on ...

Learn about narcolepsy and one persons struggle living with the disease before and after diagnosis. Have you ever woke up and not known where you were or how you got their? You may have narcolepsy. Have you ever laughed so hysterically you fell down motionless? You may have cataplexy. Have you ever been accused of being drunk or on drugs, even though you know you were not?

A nexus letter is a key piece of evidence in any Veterans Affairs (VA) disability claim. It is a written opinion from a medical professional that links a veteran’s current diagnosis to their time in service. This letter can be submitted by a doctor, psychiatrist, or other medical provider. A nexus letter is not required to file a VA disability claim, but it can be extremely helpful in getting a claim approved. The letter should be written by a medical professional who has treated the veteran for their current condition. It should explain how the veteran’s current diagnosis is related to...

This book is all about getting disability benefits, written by a retired social worker. It includes all the step-by-step instructions. The way this book is written is funny and entertaining. It's a shorter book, but it's some milk and all meat - to use a Christian term. There is no book fluff or filler here.

Unlock the Secrets to Maximizing Your Social Security Benefits! Are you nearing retirement and feeling overwhelmed by Social Security? Social Security Essentials is here to help. In this easy-to-read guide, financial expert Jeff Kikel walks you through everything you need to know to make the best decisions about your Social Security benefits. What You’ll Learn: When to file for Social Security to maximize your benefits How your filing age impacts your monthly checks Spousal and survivor benefits—and how to get the most from them The truth about taxes on Social Security Special rules for...

If you're a veteran experiencing hearing loss and/or tinnitus, you may be eligible for VA disability benefits. To receive your rightful benefits, it's important to understand the VA rating criteria for hearing loss and tinnitus claims. The VA rates hearing loss and tinnitus on a scale of 0-100% based on the severity of the condition and its impact on your daily life. The rating criteria include factors such as hearing loss in both ears, word recognition, and tinnitus symptoms. The VA also considers the evidence you provide to support your claim. By understanding the VA rating criteria for ...

Although the rules governing VA disability benefits and the VA disability ratings process often seem unfairly stacked against you, the purpose of this audiobook is to educate you on what is needed and how to properly prepare the nexus letter of your veterans benefits claim so you can level the playing field and win your VA disability benefits claim!

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a serious condition that can result from a blow or jolt to the head or body. When it happens during military service, VA benefits may be available to you. In this guide, we will explore the VA TBI claim process, the benefits you may be eligible for, and how to secure them. VA benefits are available for veterans who have experienced a traumatic brain injury during military service. It's important to understand the signs and symptoms of TBI and seek medical treatment. The VA claims process can be complex, but preparation and diligence can help secure the ...

Conquer the CEBS GBA 2 Exam: Your Guide to the Certified Employee Benefit Specialist Exam on Directing Benefits Programs Part 2 provides a comprehensive and detailed approach to mastering the GBA 2 exam, which focuses on managing employee benefits programs. The guide is structured to cover essential topics such as healthcare system dynamics, disability income programs, long-term care insurance, rating and premium setting, and cost-effective health provider networks. Each chapter goes into significant detail, offering real-world examples, strategies, and case studies to help readers ...

Alix Valenti is a Professor of management and legal studies in College of Business at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. She holds an MBA from the University of Houston, a JD from St. John’s University School of Law, an LLM in taxation from New York University School of Law, and a PhD in International Management from the University of Texas at Dallas.

Whether you are seeking information on what is available to you as a Vietnam veteran or you are looking to file a formal claim for VA disability due to Agent Orange exposure, the information in this book is vital to ensuring you have the knowledge necessary to win the veteran benefits you deserve!

Authored by a medical expert with vast experience in social security disability adjudication and who served as medical director for a major private disability insurance carrier, this audiobook explains the most effective way to document the strongest medical case possible. It’ll also help you sidestep common pitfalls. This book is also valuable to attorneys, doctors, educators, physicians who provide disability evaluations and court testimony, insurance and government administrators, financial planners, disability advocates, and case managers.

Rosemary Mahoney tells the story of Braille Without Borders, the first school for the blind in Tibet, and of Sabriye Tenberken, the remarkable blind woman who founded the school. Fascinated and impressed by what she learned from the blind children of Tibet, Mahoney was moved to investigate further the cultural history of blindness. As part of her research, she spent three months teaching at Tenberken's international training center for blind adults in Kerala, India, an experience that reveals both the shocking oppression endured by the world's blind, as well as their great resilience.

Nucor - a vast wasteland of ice and snow with a 600-mile belt of jungle around its equator. Its inhabitants consist of genetically modified humanoids set on killing one another until an army of lizards invades. Thomas Hardwick, on the run from the law, finds himself caught in the middle and at the same time discovers his past and who he really is.