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Marc Whitehead & Associates | Board Certified in Social Security Disability Law Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be a complex and stressful experience. But with the right preparation, you can dramatically improve your chances of success. At Marc Whitehead & Associates, we’ve helped thousands of clients across the country navigate the SSDI …
If you’ve never held a job or haven’t worked enough over the years, you may wonder if you’re still eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. It’s a common and important question—especially for individuals who have been stay-at-home parents, caregivers, students, or faced medical issues from an early age. The good news is: while traditional Social …
Having an online account with the Social Security Administration (SSA) helps you manage your disability claim, check your benefits, and get important documents. Making an account is easy and saves you time. Here’s a simple guide to help you get started. What You Need to Make an Account To create an SSA account, you must: …
On March 7th, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that starting on March 27, 2025, it will bring back the rule of taking 100 percent of benefits to recover overpayments. If someone has received an overpayment, they are required to repay the entire amount. For the past year, people receiving Social Security benefits have not …
Individuals who are beneficiaries of a deceased person may receive monthly payments from Social Security if the deceased had worked and contributed to Social Security. Typically, there is no need to apply for Survivor benefits if you are already receiving Family benefits. Your benefit type and amount will be automatically adjusted. You might be eligible …
Every March, the U.S. Social Security Administration holds National Slam the Scam Day to help Americans recognize the changing tricks scammers use to steal money or personal information. Scammers constantly change their tactics and use new technology, but their main goal is always the same: to scare victims into quickly giving them money or sensitive …
Social Security Disability Insurance Hearing You may have been waiting for months or even years for your Social Security Disability Insurance hearing with an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). However, unforeseen circumstances might arise on the day of the hearing, such as a family emergency, transportation issues, or an unexpected hospitalization. What steps should you take, …
According to the CDC, 28.7% of adults in the United States have some kind of disability. Service dogs play a significant role in the lives of people with disabilities, ranging from autism to muscular dystrophy. These friendly animals help their owners perform everyday tasks. Some are specially trained for people with diabetes, epilepsy, or PTSD. …
Navigating the world of disability benefits can be complex. With an abundance of information and advice available, it can be challenging to determine the right steps to take. Marc Whitehead and Associates recognize that this can be overwhelming, so we have compiled a list of common myths and misconceptions to provide clarity and assist you …
When it comes to Social Security Disability benefits, misinformation can make an already complex process even more challenging. To help you navigate this system with confidence, let’s debunk some of the most common myths surrounding Social Security Disability benefits. Myth 1: You Must Be Completely Unable to Work to Qualify One of the most pervasive …
