For millions of Americans, Social Security Disability Insurance benefits are a lifeline. But sometimes, recipients receive ...

The U.S. government could shut down on Wednesday if Congress fails to approve funding for federal agencies. Here's how that ...

The expected rule change from the Social Security Administration would cut eligibility for disability benefits, particularly ...

Social Security does get funding from the government but isn't impacted the same way as other federal services during a shutdown.

Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits hinge on your medical, financial, and personal profile. Any change in these areas can affect your eligibility. Immediate reporting to the SSA is crucial to ...

About 6.5 million Californians benefit from Social Security. Democrats and Republicans have yet to make a deal to avoid the shut down.

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The most recent Social Security Trustees' report said that Social Security will deplete its trust fund by 2033. New legislation will affect the amount of revenue collected by Social Security through ...

The average monthly Social Security retirement benefit for 65-year-olds was recently $1,611, or only around $19,000 for the year. There are ways to beef up your benefits before you retire. One ...

A disabled Knoxville firefighter, injured in the line of duty, is battling the Social Security Administration for disability benefits. Chris Patterson has been trying to gain social security ...

Discover what total permanent disability (TPD) means, implications for insurance, and qualification criteria. Learn about the impact on student loans and income activities.