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…
Continue reading…Which Nevada Agencies Can Help with Disability Discrimination Complaints?
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…
Continue reading…Rights of Disabled Veterans in Nevada: Benefits and Protections
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…
Continue reading…How Can Nevadans Ensure They Get the Most from Their Long-Term Disability Insurance Claims?
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…
Continue reading…Can You Still Receive SSD Benefits if You Refuse Surgical Treatment?
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…
Continue reading…Early Onset Dementia and Social Security Disability
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…
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