The Social Security Administration (SSA) faces an unprecedented wave of staff layoffs in 2025. Federal directives under the current administration have signaled deep cuts to SSA’s workforce, potentially up to a 50% reduction in staff. This development has alarmed many…
Navigating the world of disability benefits can be challenging, especially when you’re dealing with a medical condition that impairs your ability to work. With the right guidance and understanding, you can access the financial support and healthcare you need. This…
Lumbar degenerative disc disease (DDD) can be a debilitating condition, significantly impacting one’s ability to work and perform daily activities. For those in Denver and throughout Colorado, understanding the nuances of disability claims related to lumbar degenerative disc disease is…
On January 5, 2025, President Joe Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act into law, bringing significant changes for public servants in Denver and across Colorado. This legislation eliminates the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO),…
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) application process can feel frustratingly slow. Many claimants in Colorado find themselves waiting months—or even years—for a decision. But why does it take so long, and what can you…
Every week, we hear from people across Denver and Colorado who are feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, and genuinely stuck waiting for Social Security to pick up the phone or process their SSDI or SSI claim. At Viner Disability Law, we are…
What’s New for Social Security in 2025? As we look ahead to 2025, several updates to the Social Security program are on the horizon. These changes, driven by inflation, average wages, and broader economic trends, aim to adjust benefits…
Pregnancy is not listed as a disability under the definition of the Social Security Administration. A disability is, “the inability to do any substantial gainful activity by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment which can be expected…
As we move into 2025, Social Security beneficiaries—whether those receiving retirement benefits or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)—are now aware of the new Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). For 2025, the COLA increase has been set at 2.5 percent. Each year, the…
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits provide crucial financial support to individuals who are unable to work due to a disabling condition. However, a common question that arises is: are these benefits taxable? The short answer is yes, they can…
