Monthly Archives: August 2015

Disability Defined for Social Security

Posted on August 31, 2015 by farmerdreiser

The Social Security Administration defines disability as the “inability to engage in any substantial gainful activity by reason of a medically determinable physical or mental impairment which can be expected to result in death or which has lasted or can be … Continue reading →

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EEOICPA and Hearing Loss

Posted on August 18, 2015 by farmerdreiser

Hearing loss can be compensable under Part E of the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act (EEOICPA) if such loss arises as a result of exposure to one or more of the organic solvents listed below in conjunction with … Continue reading →

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Social Security – What happens if I am denied benefits and I do not appeal within 60 days?

Posted on August 11, 2015 by farmerdreiser

You’ll have to start over with a new application — and it may mean that you’ll lose some back benefits. So it’s important to appeal all denials within 60 days. It’s better if you appeal right away so that you … Continue reading →

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Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) Disability

Posted on August 3, 2015 by farmerdreiser

A DISABILITY ANNUITY can be paid for: Total disability, at any age, if an employee is permanently disabled for all regular work and has at least 10 years (120 months) of creditable railroad service. Employees with 5-9 years (60-119 months) … Continue reading →

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