How Does a Change in My Marital Status Affect My Social Security Disability Benefits? Understanding the intricacies of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can be challenging, mainly when life events like marriage, divorce, or a spouse’s death occur. In Nevada, these events can significantly affect your benefits, and knowing how…

What Kinds of Discrimination Are Against the Law in Nevada? Not only is discrimination against other individuals for their protected characteristics against the law, but it should also be unthinkable. Despite this, many Nevada residents have reasons to complain about discrimination in life and the workplace. The state of Nevada maintains a policy that states…

How Does Nevada Safeguard the Rights of Disabled Veterans and Support Their Well-Being? The benefits and protections provided to disabled veterans under Nevada law aim to support their well-being and reintegration into civilian life while upholding their fundamental rights as citizens. The state offers a variety of programs and services to ensure that veterans receive…

7 Tips for Maximizing Long-Term Disability Insurance Benefits Many people purchase long-term disability insurance for peace of mind about the future. The purpose of this type of coverage is to ensure that you have income or funds to pay for living expenses or other needs if you are unable to work due to an injury…

When you’re struggling with a disability it’s always important to follow the treatment instructions of your medical provider. One such treatment option that may be provided to certain individuals, depending upon their condition, is surgical intervention. However, not everyone is quick to go under the knife. Unfortunately, though, refusing to have surgery could impact the…

Unfortunately, the onset of dementia, including Alzheimer’s, isn’t uncommon for individuals who have reached the age of retirement. Luckily, at that point they are generally entitled to collect or may already be collecting early retirement benefits. But what about those individuals who have started showing signs of early onset dementia? Early onset dementia often includes…

While many disorders and diseases are widely known to be eligible for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, others aren’t as commonly discussed. One such condition is Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Here’s what to know about CRPS and SSD benefits. What is CRPS? CRPS is a type of chronic pain, which has different types. One…

Having a baby is truly a miracle. Unfortunately, for many new moms, it can feel far from blissful. Many new mothers experience a condition known as postpartum depression after giving birth. Postpartum depression often manifests in anxiety, depression, mood swings, and periods of crying. It often begins within the first couple of days after giving…

It can be very nerve-wracking waiting to hear back from the Social Security Administration (SSA) as to whether or not you have been approved for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. This often takes three to five months before you hear anything and the SSA generally denies two-thirds of initial claims.  When you are unable to…

Chronic illnesses or life-threatening conditions can turn your life upside-down. Receiving certain diagnoses can easily lead to disability. Luckily, there are many treatments, such as prescription medication, that can help to treat all types of illnesses – physical or psychological. These treatments help to minimize, slow the progression of, or altogether eliminate the symptoms of…