With changes to Social Security Disability happening all the time, we use our News section to keep you updated and informed.
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The Americans with Disabilities Act Turns 25On July 26, 1990 Congress passed legislation known as the Americans with Disabilities Act which prohibits discrimination against disabled persons.
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Disability: It Happens More Than You ImagineDisability can happen to anyone at any age regardless of their age, gender or ethnicity. About one in five Americans live with a disability.
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Efforts Made to Reduce the VA BacklogsA recent VA report shows that the backlog of VA disability claims is more than 450,000. VA officials promise that the backlog will be cleared by year end.
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Social Security & VA: Financial Boost for Same-sex Couples?The Supreme Court decision legalizing same sex marriages will yield financial gains for many same sex couples, especially in Social Security and VA benefits.
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Most Disabled Persons are “Striving to Work”The vast majority of disabled Americans are striving to work and are anxious to overcome barriers to employment, according to a recently completed study.
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Law Proposed to Close GI Bill Gap for Wounded Guard and Reserve MembersThe GI Bill Fairness Act would ensure wounded Guardsmen and Reservists receive the GI Bill benefits they’ve earned.
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Disabled Americans More Likely to be PoorMore than any other demographic group, disabled Americans are likely to be poor - average annual income is about $6,000 less than those without disabilities.
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Cuddigan Law participates in NAMI Nebraska WalkCuddigan Law participates in NAMI Nebraska Walk. The walk raises awareness and funding for those affected by mental illness.
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Female Veterans Face Tough Battle in Sexual Trauma ClaimsThousands of women veterans are struggling to get VA disability benefits for PTSD caused by sexual trauma they suffered while in the military.
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Lawmakers to Limit Disability & Unemployment Insurance PaymentsProposed legislation would prohibit collecting both Social Security Disability Insurance benefits and Unemployment Insurance payments at the same time.