Rental Subsidies for SSI Beneficiaries Expanding to All 50 States
Good news for new SSI applicants and current beneficiaries. Beginning September 30th SSA is expanding a rule regarding rental subsidies [...]
The Federal Government Can Withhold up to 15% of Social Security or Disability Benefits for Student Loan Borrowers in Default
Through a law passed in the mid-1990s, the Treasury Department can work with the Education Department to recoup funds on [...]
SSD Overpayment Claim Updates April 2024
Important policy updates claimants can now request a change in the recovery rate if they are unable to repay the [...]
Avard Law Attorneys Meet Commissioner of Social Security Administration to Advocate for Clients in Face of Delays
Pictured: Avard Law’s Attorney Douglas Mohney traveled to Washington DC and Baltimore MD to meet with the Commissioner of [...]
Fiscal Year 2023 Disability Decision Stats from the Social Security Administration
*Stats provided by the Social Security Administration **Stats are for the entire United States and all claimants, not just [...]
Economic Impacts of Marijuana Legalization on SSDI Claims in Florida
As the cannabis industry flourishes in states that have legalized its use, many stakeholders are keenly observing the ripple [...]
Marijuana Use as a Disqualifying Factor: Understanding the Implications for SSDI Applicants
As the medical and recreational use of marijuana gains widespread acceptance across the U.S., questions arise about how such [...]
Medical Marijuana and Qualification for SSDI: Navigating the Gray Areas
The advent of medical marijuana legislation has been a boon for many, offering relief for a plethora of ailments, [...]
Attorney Michael Sexton Achieves Recertification in Social Security Disability Law with The National Board of Trial Advocacy
Cape Coral, FL -The National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA) is pleased to announce that Michael Sexton of Avard Law [...]
Backlog At Social Security – What Can Be Done?
Avard Law Offices is working hard to get claims moving faster at the Social Security Administration. Â Unfortunately, Social [...]