Is my child eligible for supplemental security income? You may be able to get SSI (Supplemental Security Income) for your child if your child is suffering from a severe medical condition that affects their ability to learn or engage in…
Smith Godios Sorensen Inc. attorney Scott Smith was a speaker at the recent NOSSCR Conference held in Austin, Texas. NOSSCR stands for the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives. NOSSCR is a specialized bar association for attorneys and advocates…
Veterans Cancer Congress has finally taken major action in favor of Iraq and Afghanistan vets who were exposed to burn pits during their deployments. Now, veterans who have served in these areas and have later developed a variety of throat…
Recently, members of Congress have re-introduced a Bill that would be highly beneficial to the disabled. The Stop the Wait Act is now back before Congress. We discussed this Bill in an earlier blog posting from 2019, but the Bill…
Smith Godios Sorensen Inc. was once again an Apprentice-Level sponsor of the “CSS Art of Recovery” event hosted by Community Support Services on March 22, 2022 at the Akron Art Museum. The CSS Art of Recovery event showcases art pieces created…
Social Security Retirement Benefits can be filed as early as age 62. Many people believe they must retire early because they are not able to continue working due to their age and health problems. Unfortunately, those who do so will…
Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease caused by the body’s immune system attacking its own tissues and nerves. In particular, it causes the immune system to destroy the fatty substances that coat and protect the nerve fibers in the brain…
Why is it easier to get Social Security disability after age 50? It is easier for you to get disability when you are over 50 years old due to something called the GRID Regulations. Disability claimants under age 50 must be…
Attorney Christopher Godios and Partner at Smith Godios Sorensen Inc, recently became the new Board Chair at Family Promise. Prior to becoming Board Chair, Chris served as a member of the Family Promise Housing/Program Committee from 2017 – 2019, the…
The United States Social Security Administration (SSA) has released the Social Security benefits payment schedule for 2022. When a person receives their payment depends on a few factors, most notably the person’s date of birth. When To Expect Your Payment…