Cliff Berkley

Any disabled person attempting to obtain Social Security disability insurance has likely realized that there is a long backlog of claimants seeking benefits. According to the SSA's own data, it...

After a person applies to the Social Security Administration (SSA) for disability benefits, if the application meets the primary criteria, it is then passed to a state agency for final...

A recent report from the United States Census Bureau shows that about thirty percent - more than 14 million people - of the 46 million Americans currently receiving some form...

Social Security Disability benefits are a popular target for attack by those who are critical of government spending. Even media portrayals on 60 Minutes and National Public Radio show the...

The stress of living with a disability can be overwhelming, but the added stress of dealing with the system to collect Social Security Disability payments can make it even worse....

In Orange County, many people struggle with a debilitating mental illness that prevents them from holding down a job or even walking outside their door at times. Many of these...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has been struggling to keep up with increased claims for disability benefits, and to make a dent in the backlog of application claims they currently...

If you are unable to work due to a disability, you may be entitled to disability benefits from the Social Security Administration. If you have a long enough work history...

SSDI Advocate in Orange County, California Under the government run Social Security Administration (SSA), "disability" is based on your inability to work. You will be considered "disabled" under SSA rules, if:...