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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What is an Overpayment?

Posted August 28, 2015 by Premier Disability Services, LLC® When the Social Security Administration (SSA) pays a claimant too much of a monthly benefit, or releases an excessive amount of retroactive benefits, this is referred to as an overpayment.  These overpayments often occur due to a miscalculation by SSA.  For example, in the case of an SSI recipient, a change in marital status or living situation that was not previously reported to SSA may lead to a miscalculation of benefits.  If SSA determines that a claimant received an overpayment, they will send a notice explaining the overpayment and requesting a full refund within 30 days.
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Social Security Turns 80 Years Old!

Posted August 25, 2015 by Premier Disability Services, LLC® A major milestone for the Social Security Administration occurred on August 14, 2015.  That date marked the 80^th year that the Social Security program has been in place.  Acting Commissioner Carolyn Colvin addressed the milestone in a message that included the now historic words of President Franklin D. Roosevelt during the signing of the Social Security Act into law.  President Roosevelt stated:
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