Among the many hats you wear each day, counseling clients about how to effectively use their benefits programs may be one of the most important. One of the primary aspects of this role is implementing ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write on the intersection of disability and public services. Apr 28, 2022, 12:33pm EDT Apr 29, 2022, 04:19am EDT This article is ...

An appeal may not be a one-step process, so prepare yourself to stick with it. Having an attorney to guide you through the appeals process can make a world of difference. The more medical evidence you ...

"Easy" may be an exaggeration, but these aren't too bad. Back in November, I had a post with tips for employers about reasonable accommodation of disabilities, pregnancy and lactation, and religion.

Applicants for Social Security disability benefits face long wait times amid a record backlog of applications. Experts and lawmakers say more can be done to expedite the process. If you've applied for ...

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) requested that the committee review the adjudication process by which impairments that result from traumatic brain injury (TBI) are assessed for awarding ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) rejects between 60% and 70% of initial disability claims each year. However, that doesn't mean it's time to give up. Applications are rejected for many reasons ...