If a California resident is applying for Social Security disability benefits, the first step is to send an application that will be reviewed by an examiner. The examiner will pay special attention to any jobs performed within the past 15 years as skills used during...
Social Security benefits and back pay
Many people who are no longer able to work in California due to a disability can file a claim for Social Security disability benefits. When the claim is approved, the claimant is awarded back pay based on the date of onset of the disability. The onset date is...
Don’t minimize disabilities when applying for benefits
When people in California face disabling illnesses and injuries that prevent them from returning to work, they may feel pressured to minimize their symptoms and conditions. People may feel embarrassed or ashamed about their disabilities, or they may face years of...
How to obtain medical records at a low cost
When a person submits an application for Social Security disability benefits, an examiner relies on an applicant's medical records to make a decision. If an individual has not sought treatment prior to submitting an application, there are many ways to do so....
