Congressional budget minus $1 billion equals 30 minutes – is not an algebraic equation, it is the effect of budget cut to Social Security Administration (SSA).
On August 15, SSA field offices nationwide begun to close to the public 30 minutes early each day. According to news reports, Social Security Commissioner Michael J. Astrue said the US Congress provided SSA with almost $1 billion less than what President Barrack Obama requested for agency’s budget for the fiscal year.
According to the Administration’s press release, the deduction on the budget for the agency makes it impossible for them to provide the amount of overtime required to manage services to the public.
SSA advises people that they can still avail of the services of the agency through its website: www.socialsecurity.gov. Anyone who plans to request for Social Security benefits, such as disability benefits, retirement benefits, or survivors benefits, may opt to apply via online.
Practically, 30 minutes less is better than reducing the benefits of the citizens. Whether the Congressional budget cut is a result of political or economic decision, the legal rights of the public should not be compromised. The executive and legislative departments of the government should safeguard the interest of the public especially when it comes to Social Security benefits.
To know more on Social Security benefits, you may consult with a lawyer in California. Dial 1-866-772-2889 or email us at ssla@mesriani.com for a free case analysis.
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Friday, August 12, 2011
SOCIAL SECURITY LAW: Rep. Doris Matsui to Grace Social Security 75th Anniversary in Sacramento
Social Security will reach its 75th year of assisting the elderly, the young orphans, and the disabled on Sunday. To commemorate such significant mark in the history of US, government officials take part in gracing various senior center events. An upcoming ceremony will be conducted in Hart Senior Center in Sacramento, reports said.
According to reports, Representative Doris Matsui will grace the event on Friday along with the officials from the Social Security Administration, California Alliance for Retired Americans, and the Gray Panthers. The speakers will also discuss new developments in Social Security for the next two years.
The Hart Senior Center will give free cakes and coffee to the public, reports said.
In a way, Social Security has reached a milestone in providing assistance to needy citizens with its continuous benefit programs. Recently, the Social Security has survived the threat of fiscal default, and has assured beneficiaries of prompt payments. Federal officials have also affirmed their commitment to prioritize the disabled, retirees, and children of deceased workers.
However, such landmark on caring for the poor may not be impressive for the next couple of months: The Social Security Administration (SSA) may find itself competing for funds amidst the fiscal crisis. Beneficiaries may content themselves on investing the monthly allowances to secure future medical needs. These can mean tight austerity measures as well as creating other sources of income.
The future of Social Security may sound victorious on its 75th anniversary, but after the cheers have been said; reality will sink back and show how defeated the US is. With the clear indications of stock losses and investment decline, it is about time that federal officials realize the AA+ status of US.
Cheers for good health. That is all for this week’s celebration of Social Security’s diamond anniversary.
For more information on Social Security benefits, you may consult with a lawyer in California. Dial 1-866-772-2889 or email us at ssla@mesriani.com for a free case analysis.
According to reports, Representative Doris Matsui will grace the event on Friday along with the officials from the Social Security Administration, California Alliance for Retired Americans, and the Gray Panthers. The speakers will also discuss new developments in Social Security for the next two years.
The Hart Senior Center will give free cakes and coffee to the public, reports said.
In a way, Social Security has reached a milestone in providing assistance to needy citizens with its continuous benefit programs. Recently, the Social Security has survived the threat of fiscal default, and has assured beneficiaries of prompt payments. Federal officials have also affirmed their commitment to prioritize the disabled, retirees, and children of deceased workers.
However, such landmark on caring for the poor may not be impressive for the next couple of months: The Social Security Administration (SSA) may find itself competing for funds amidst the fiscal crisis. Beneficiaries may content themselves on investing the monthly allowances to secure future medical needs. These can mean tight austerity measures as well as creating other sources of income.
The future of Social Security may sound victorious on its 75th anniversary, but after the cheers have been said; reality will sink back and show how defeated the US is. With the clear indications of stock losses and investment decline, it is about time that federal officials realize the AA+ status of US.
Cheers for good health. That is all for this week’s celebration of Social Security’s diamond anniversary.
For more information on Social Security benefits, you may consult with a lawyer in California. Dial 1-866-772-2889 or email us at ssla@mesriani.com for a free case analysis.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
SSA Benefits to be Paid on Time Despite Economic Hardship
When the credit rating of the United States was downgraded from AAA to AA+, many Social Security beneficiaries become anxious that their benefits would be affected. However, despite the fact that the country is facing an economic storm, the SS benefits would not be affected.
According to the press statement of Social Security Administration (SSA), beneficiaries should not worry about their checks and electronic payment because they would be issued on time. The agency has assured the people that allowances for disabled employees, retirees, survivors, and other SS benefit recipients will be released timely.
SSA has announced that the payments and checks for August 10th, 17th, and 24th will be released as scheduled.
Currently there are at least 155 million American workers who pay their Social Security taxes and about 54 million people who benefit from SSA’s insurance programs.
SSA benefit programs are the safety net of many retired and disabled Americans, and getting their payment on time would provide a lot of help to them. The economic struggle of the U.S. should not obstruct the rights of the people to receive their benefits from SSA. Applicants for any of SSA’s benefit program are suggested to consult with an expert lawyer to properly assess the case.
For more information on Social Security benefits, you may consult with a lawyer in Los Angeles. Your attorney will assist you throughout the legal process. You may contact our toll fee number at 1-866-772-2889 or email us at ssla@mesriani.com for a free case analysis.
According to the press statement of Social Security Administration (SSA), beneficiaries should not worry about their checks and electronic payment because they would be issued on time. The agency has assured the people that allowances for disabled employees, retirees, survivors, and other SS benefit recipients will be released timely.
SSA has announced that the payments and checks for August 10th, 17th, and 24th will be released as scheduled.
Currently there are at least 155 million American workers who pay their Social Security taxes and about 54 million people who benefit from SSA’s insurance programs.
SSA benefit programs are the safety net of many retired and disabled Americans, and getting their payment on time would provide a lot of help to them. The economic struggle of the U.S. should not obstruct the rights of the people to receive their benefits from SSA. Applicants for any of SSA’s benefit program are suggested to consult with an expert lawyer to properly assess the case.
For more information on Social Security benefits, you may consult with a lawyer in Los Angeles. Your attorney will assist you throughout the legal process. You may contact our toll fee number at 1-866-772-2889 or email us at ssla@mesriani.com for a free case analysis.
Thursday, August 4, 2011
New Policy Prohibits Two SSD Applications at the Same Time
People with disability are already facing problems due to their medical condition; unfortunately, their difficulties do not stop there. A new policy of the Social Security Administration (SSA) will cause more ailments for disabled people, not physically but financially.
On July 28, 2011, the National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives (NOSSCR) released a press statement regarding the details of a new policy of SSA. The new policy is a bad news for disabled people who are claiming for disability benefits.
According to the Social Security Ruling (SSR) 11-1p, an individual whose claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits has been rejected cannot file for a new claim while the denied claimed is being appealed. SSR 11-1p prohibits SSA from receiving new claim while the old one’s appeal is pending.
SSA’s policy interpretation stated that if that an individual wants to file a new disability claim of the same title and type as the pending one, he or she will have to decide what step to consider. An applicant may choose between these two choices:
• The applicant may pursue his or her administrative review rights on the pending SSDI benefits claim
• He or she may opt to decline further administrative review and file a new application
The new policy may cause certain inconvenience and confusion for disabled people applying for Social Security disability benefits claim especially those with denied application.
For more information on Social Security disability benefits, you may consult with a Los Angeles attorney. Your lawyer will assist you throughout the legal process. You may contact our toll fee number at 1-866-2889 or email us at ssla@mesriani.com for a free case analysis.
On July 28, 2011, the National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives (NOSSCR) released a press statement regarding the details of a new policy of SSA. The new policy is a bad news for disabled people who are claiming for disability benefits.
According to the Social Security Ruling (SSR) 11-1p, an individual whose claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits has been rejected cannot file for a new claim while the denied claimed is being appealed. SSR 11-1p prohibits SSA from receiving new claim while the old one’s appeal is pending.
SSA’s policy interpretation stated that if that an individual wants to file a new disability claim of the same title and type as the pending one, he or she will have to decide what step to consider. An applicant may choose between these two choices:
• The applicant may pursue his or her administrative review rights on the pending SSDI benefits claim
• He or she may opt to decline further administrative review and file a new application
The new policy may cause certain inconvenience and confusion for disabled people applying for Social Security disability benefits claim especially those with denied application.
For more information on Social Security disability benefits, you may consult with a Los Angeles attorney. Your lawyer will assist you throughout the legal process. You may contact our toll fee number at 1-866-2889 or email us at ssla@mesriani.com for a free case analysis.
Monday, August 1, 2011
Seniors and Healthcare Workers Contests Social Security Cuts
US seniors panic like stock investors.
Social Security Beneficiaries are also cramming to salvage remaining hopes on federal finances. Like the businessmen who want to retrieve their hard-earned money, these seniors made last-minute talks to federal personalities.
On Monday, healthcare workers have joined seniors on marching in front of US Representative Jason Altmire's office to protest against Social Security cuts, according to reports.
Reports said the rallyists lined in front of the legislator's office in Aliquippa and demanded repeal on the slashed Social Security budget. They also raised issues on the probable SS check delay on August.
The protesters aired concerns on the effect of SS cuts and check delays among retired and disabled members who rely mostly on the benefit for living allowance. They reiterated that suspending the benefits on August will push the beneficiaries to poverty.
However, the President's Chief of Staff William Daley reassured seniors on July 26 that the Treasury Department has made an emergency plan for meeting the SS August payables. He affirmed that Social Security beneficiaries can expect to receive their monthly allowances next month regardless of the default threat result.
For sure, the SS members can cling on to federal support until August. However, a probable default or fiscal trouble can cause changes to the direction of Social Security Administration (SSA). Beneficiaries will then be left with little assurance on steady support. The SSA may reduce the benefits or deny further claims.
For more information on Social Security benefits, you may consult with a lawyer in Los Angeles. Your attorney will help you go through the legal process. Dial 1-866-772-2889 or email us at ssla@mesriani.com for a free case analysis.
Social Security Beneficiaries are also cramming to salvage remaining hopes on federal finances. Like the businessmen who want to retrieve their hard-earned money, these seniors made last-minute talks to federal personalities.
On Monday, healthcare workers have joined seniors on marching in front of US Representative Jason Altmire's office to protest against Social Security cuts, according to reports.
Reports said the rallyists lined in front of the legislator's office in Aliquippa and demanded repeal on the slashed Social Security budget. They also raised issues on the probable SS check delay on August.
The protesters aired concerns on the effect of SS cuts and check delays among retired and disabled members who rely mostly on the benefit for living allowance. They reiterated that suspending the benefits on August will push the beneficiaries to poverty.
However, the President's Chief of Staff William Daley reassured seniors on July 26 that the Treasury Department has made an emergency plan for meeting the SS August payables. He affirmed that Social Security beneficiaries can expect to receive their monthly allowances next month regardless of the default threat result.
For sure, the SS members can cling on to federal support until August. However, a probable default or fiscal trouble can cause changes to the direction of Social Security Administration (SSA). Beneficiaries will then be left with little assurance on steady support. The SSA may reduce the benefits or deny further claims.
For more information on Social Security benefits, you may consult with a lawyer in Los Angeles. Your attorney will help you go through the legal process. Dial 1-866-772-2889 or email us at ssla@mesriani.com for a free case analysis.
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