Justice Department Decision: Same Sex Couples Eligible for Benefits

Posted September 17, 2015 by Premier Disability Services, LLC® On June 26, 2015, the Supreme Court handed down a historic decision in Obergefell v. Hodges in which they granted marriage equality to same sex couples.  Following the landmark Supreme Court case of Obergefell v. Hodges, it seems that more questions have arisen than actual answers when it comes to how this decision would apply to Social Security benefits.  Recently, there have been developments that make the landscape a little clearer.
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Patriot Day 2015

Posted September 11, 2015 by Premier Disability Services, LLC® Today, we celebrate Patriot Day, which is a national day of service and remembrance in honor of the victims who died during the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.  This day also honors the brave men and women who dedicated themselves to the rescue attempts.  Finally, this is a day to honor those individuals who worked tirelessly to repair the damage done both on a physical level and on an emotional level.
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Disability Benefits Based on a Severe Seizure Disorder

Posted September 3, 2015 by Premier Disability Services, LLC® A claimant suffering from a seizure disorder may have a more difficult time proving they are disabled for the purpose of obtaining Social Security Disability benefits. The reason is that seizure disorders are episodic in nature. In many cases, during periods where the claimant is seizure free, there are no work related limitations. The challenge for a claimant trying to prove disability based on this condition is to make sure their seizure activity, including the frequency, duration, and severity, is well documented. Below are a few useful tips for disability applicants alleging disability based on a seizure disorder:
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