If you are currently obtaining Social Security Disability Benefits, or if you are disabled and need to access these monthly payments, staying up to date with the updates proposed by the Social Security Administration is important to understand what your benefits are and how these changes will affect you. However, at Casa de la Justicia we understand that this information can be overwhelming, which is why our lawyers and team members strive to provide the community with the latest updates, keeping everyone well-informed.
In this article, we will go over the latest updates and proposed rule changes from the Social Security Administration in 2024. The Social Security Administration has recently published a proposed rule change that will potentially make it easier for disabled adults to qualify for benefits under the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs. Let’s see what the updates are.
Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Information for 2024
As expressed in the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Information for 2024, written by the SSA, both Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits will experience a 3.2% increase, a measure offering financial relief to over 71 million Americans. This adjustment is consistent with the 3.2% increase in 2023. The Cost of Living Adjustment of 3.2% has already taken effect, particularly benefiting Social Security Disability recipients, who get monthly payments.
A proposed rule change from the Social Security Administration (SSA) seeks to streamline the qualification process for disabled adults seeking benefits under the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and SSI programs. The proposed rule suggests revising the time period the SSA considers when evaluating the relevance of past jobs in disability determinations, reducing it from 15 years to 5 years. This adjustment aims to simplify the application process for individuals demonstrating an inability to work due to physical and/or mental impairments.
The SSA follows a five-step evaluation process, with the proposed rule impacting step four, where an applicant’s work history and residual functional capacity are assessed to determine if they can perform any of their past work. According to the current rule, past work is defined as any job undertaken in the past 15 years at substantial gainful activity.
Stay informed about these updates by visiting Casa de la Justicia. Whether you have recently become disabled or you are already in the process of applying for disability benefits, our attorneys at Casa de la Justicia have the experience and expertise to guide you towards the answers that you’re looking for and to help you access the monthly payments for disability that you deserve.
Overall Increase in Benefit Amount for SSI in 2024
The Cost-of-Living Adjustment will be implemented for SSI (Supplemental Security Income) recipients in two phases throughout the year, with approximately 7.5 million recipients having already observed their benefit adjustment since December 29, 2023. The remaining beneficiaries, exceeding 66 million, have started to receive the increased 3.2% COLA increase as of January 2024.
The SSA initiated the communication of new benefit amounts to eligible recipients in early December 2023, using mail as the primary mode of notification.
However, individuals with online accounts had the added convenience of accessing their COLA notices online, along with email and text alerts if activated, offering a compelling reason for those without an online account to consider creating one. Receiving assistance from a disability attorney from Casa de la Justicia can guarantee being prepared to receive and understand all COLA and disability benefits updates.
How Do The 2024 Social Security Disability Changes Affect Me?
For personalized guidance on understanding and navigating the implications of the changes in Social Security Disability (SSD) in 2024, reaching out to Casa de la Justicia is a prudent step. Consulting with an experienced Social Security Disability lawyer at Casa de la Justicia ensures that you will receive assistance tailored to your specific case. This proactive approach allows for a thorough understanding of how these changes directly apply to your circumstances.
By working with Casa de la Justicia, you gain access to expert insights and support that can address your questions and concerns comprehensively. Navigating the modifications becomes more manageable with the assistance of professionals who can provide clarity on the impact of changes to the duration of past work considered in disability determinations.
Seeking assistance from Casa de la Justicia can potentially enhance your chances of success in the sequential evaluation process, particularly at step four, by minimizing the risk of denial based on the perception of the individual’s capacity to perform previous work.
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