More Articles by Aaron Hotfelder
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What If a Doctor Says You’re Malingering (Faking) to Get Disability Benefits
Here's what to do if a doctor makes a notation in your medical record that you may be malingering or exaggerating to get Social Security disability benefits.
Mental Illness and Social Security Disability
If you have a severe mental illness that keeps you from working full-time, you may qualify for SSDI or SSI.
How Much Does Long Term Disability Usually Pay?
If you have LTD and you become unable to work, the insurance company will pay you part of the salary or wages that you earned before becoming disabled.
How to File a Long-Term Disability Claim
Long-term disability (LTD) insurance pays monthly benefits to covered workers who become unable to perform the duties of their job for medical reasons.
Eligibility for Federal Disability Retirement Benefits
Disability retirement benefits are available to people who work in the federal government as part of their employment benefit package.
How to Write a Disability Appeals Council Brief or Letter
You'll need to write a letter to the Appeals Council about why the judge's disability denial should be reversed. Here's how.
How to Handle Disability Discrimination in the Workplace
If you are facing workplace discrimination because of a disability, you should take action right away.
What Is the Difference Between Temporary and Permanent Disability Benefits?
Temporary disability benefits are only available for a short amount of time, which differs by state.
Do I Have to Pay Taxes on Workers' Comp Benefits?
Workers' compensation benefits are not normally considered taxable income at the state or federal level.
Who Actually Pays for Workers' Compensation Benefits?
Workers’ compensation benefits are paid for, in one way or another, by the employers of the state.