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From the Margolius Social Security Disability Blog

• New Proposed Rule That Could Affect SSI Recipients
  A new proposed rule published in this month’s Federal Register could affect the monthly benefits of Supplemental Security Income (“SSI”) recipients. Currently, SSI recipients receive a reduced payment if they are regularly provided meals or housing by a third-party. For example, when an individual who receives SSI benefits lives with a family member who pays for their share of rent, food, or …
• Navigating the Social Security Administration’s Ticket to Work (TTW) Program
  A recent Forbes article highlighted the complicated choices facing individuals who receive disability benefit, but who wish to attempt to return to work. In an effort to encourage individuals to attempt to return to the work force, the Social Security Administration instituted the Ticket to Work Program (“TTW”) in 1999. The TTW allows for individuals to work for a limited time period without automatically losing their disability benefits. …
• News and Information Relevant to Your Legal Issues
  Update: The Social Security Administration has been taking small steps towards normalization. At present, only telephone and video hearings are available and many employees are still working from home. The Administration has indicated that it is moving towards more in-person hearings, but no timetable has been provided. The Courts in Ohio and elsewhere are on a similar track, although many have …