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The SSA’s Definition of Disability May Not Be What You ExpectThere is a strict set of criteria that must be met before you can receive Social Security disability benefits. Here, learn more about the requirements.
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Payback Provisions and Remainder Beneficiaries for a Special Needs TrustIf structured properly, funds in a special needs trust can be distributed to a remainder beneficiary after your loved one’s death.
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Using a Special Needs Trust to Protect a Personal Injury SettlementIf your loved one has been left with a serious disability from an accident, a special needs trust can protect his personal injury settlement.
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Understanding the Difference Between ABLE Accounts and Special Needs TrustsABLE accounts and special needs trusts both play an important role in providing financial security to people with disabilities. Learn more here.
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Understanding the Different Types of Special Needs TrustsThere are two types of special needs trusts: first-party and third-party. Learn how to choose the one that is right for your disabled loved one.
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How Secondary Medical Conditions Affect Your Veterans Disability BenefitsListing secondary conditions on your application for veterans disability benefits can significantly increase your monthly payment. Learn more here.
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How to Appeal a Denial of Veterans Disability BenefitsA denial of VA benefits doesn’t necessarily mean you’re ineligible for financial assistance. Learn how an attorney can help you appeal the denial.
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Receiving VA Disability Benefits for a Mental IllnessService-connected mental illnesses such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression qualify for veterans disability benefits, but preparing your application isn’t easy.
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What You Need to Know About Applying for Veterans Disability BenefitsVA disability law is consistently changing, but an experienced attorney can help you apply for the benefits you need to provide for you and your family.
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Receiving Back Pay for Social Security Disability BenefitsWhen you are approved for disability benefits, you may receive back pay as a lump sum. Learn more here.