On behalf of Robert D. Paulbeck, Attorney at Law | Jul 24, 2019 | Social Security Disability
The Social Security system can be very confusing to someone who has never dealt with it before. There are many different types of benefits available. It is essential that you ensure you file for the right benefit type. The best way to do that is to check eligibility...
On behalf of Robert D. Paulbeck, Attorney at Law | Jul 10, 2019 | Social Security Disability
Social Security is often thought of as a program that provides benefits to older Michigan citizens. However, it is so much more than that. It is actually multiple programs that provide a source of income for various types of Americans based on certain statuses or...
On behalf of Robert D. Paulbeck, Attorney at Law | Dec 4, 2018 | Firm News, Social Security Disability
Michigan individuals who are blind often struggle with certain things that many take for granted, such as holding regular employment. Many people who are legally blind are able to work and enjoy a certain measure of independence. However, this is not the case for...
On behalf of Robert D. Paulbeck, Attorney at Law | Oct 2, 2017 | Firm News, Social Security Disability
So many people in Michigan and across the nation are currently dealing with adverse health conditions that render them either partially or fully disabled. Perhaps you’re one of them. Whether you suffer from a particular medical condition or you are doing your...
On behalf of Robert D. Paulbeck, Attorney at Law | Aug 14, 2017 | Firm News, Social Security Disability
One of the daunting aspects of applying for Social Security Disability benefits is the time it takes.For many people, getting an answer to an initial application takes 90 days to 6 months. That’s a long time to wait for a reply that may not even be positive....
On behalf of Robert D. Paulbeck, Attorney at Law | Mar 16, 2017 | Firm News, Social Security Disability
Disability benefits are an option for individuals who are unable to work due to a qualifying medical condition, but Michigan residents may be unaware that this option also extends to individuals with certain mental conditions as well. If a mental disability or...
On behalf of Robert D. Paulbeck, Attorney at Law | Jan 27, 2017 | Firm News, Social Security Disability
Tax season is a tedious time for many Americans hoping for a refund. While many Social Security recipients know that disability payments do not count as earned income, that may not disqualify you from filing for the Earned Income Tax Credit. According to Accounting...
On behalf of Robert D. Paulbeck, Attorney at Law | Oct 31, 2016 | Firm News, Social Security Disability
For many people, qualifying for any Social Security program because of a disability can be enormously helpful. However, qualifying and applying for one of the available programs can be a difficult process that will most likely take substantial effort and...
On behalf of Robert D. Paulbeck, Attorney at Law | Sep 27, 2016 | Firm News, Social Security Disability
Any worker who has suffered a disabling physical injury or is unable to work due to a mental health condition may feel that they qualify for Social Security disability benefits. If you are disabled, you live with your condition every day. However, applying for SSDI...
On behalf of Robert D. Paulbeck, Attorney at Law | Aug 23, 2016 | Firm News, Social Security Disability
If you are preparing for your initial Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits interview, you want to be as prepared as possible. The interview can be long–it will take at least one hour according to the Social Security Administration (SSA)–but...
