Month: April 2020

5 Tips for Telephonic Social Security Hearings

By Maren Bam / April 15, 2020 / Comments Off on 5 Tips for Telephonic Social Security Hearings

The COVID-19 pandemic has created major changes for Social Security claimants nationwide. One of the biggest changes is that Social Security Hearings will now take place over the telephone. We compiled the top five tips for appearing for your hearing over the telephone. Location, Location, Location. Make sure you are in a quiet place with…

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Why You Need a Tech-Savvy Law Firm Amid COVID-19

By Maren Bam / April 12, 2020 / Comments Off on Why You Need a Tech-Savvy Law Firm Amid COVID-19

For individuals seeking Social Security Disability Benefits or Supplemental Security Income, stability, compassion, and communication are key. At Salus Law, we know that our clients are facing life-threatening illness, chronic pain, and mental impairments that are debilitating. We know that being out of work causes financial stress and makes medical treatment even more complicated. The…

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COVID-19 and the Rise of Mental Health Concerns

By Maren Bam / April 8, 2020 / Comments Off on COVID-19 and the Rise of Mental Health Concerns

Social Distancing. Shelter In Place. Lay-Offs. Furloughs, Closing Non-Essential Businesses. COVID-19 Cases Rise. Any one of these things would be enough to increase stress levels. As society adjusts to a new normal with less socialization, increased financial uncertainty, and constant fears of illness, mental health is of the utmost importance. Uncertainty and stress are key…

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COVID-19 Increases the Need for Timely Payments

By Maren Bam / April 3, 2020 / Comments Off on COVID-19 Increases the Need for Timely Payments

COVID-19 has resulted in countless travel restrictions ranging from limits on non-essential businesses to shelter-in-place orders. The Social Security Administration is no longer “physically” open to the public, but essential operations are still running. Hearings offices will allow ALJs to hear cases from home and telecommuting is on the rise. Many non-essential functions have halted…

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