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When the government isn’t paying what people are expecting to get and they cannot work because they are disabled and in the process of applying for disability benefits, what can be done? As Federal Disability Lawyers, we do not have anything at our disposal for any clients, whether in a shutdown or not to help people who are, no doubt, in a bad situation.  People cannot work because of their disabilities and they do not have any money for anything because they cannot work.  T

Social Security has announced a 2.8% COLA increase for 2026. There are also increases to the monthly amount you can earn before you do not qualify for SSD benefits, regardless of your medical conditions.  The new SGA amount per month, effective January 1, 2026, is $1,693.00 Gross. For those who are attempting to work and receive SSD, the Trial Work Period figure has risen to $1,210.00 Gross per month.  As a reminder, TWP does not apply to SSI beneficiaries.

The COLA for 2026 has been announced, and it is an increase of 2.8% This adjustment will take effect on January 1, 2026. Anyone receiving SSD and/or SSI benefits will start receiving letters later this year, with the exact increase amount for your monthly payments. As always, SSI payments are dependent on the individual’s living situation, income, and/or assets, and the monthly payment can fluctuate. Please remember that payments are always a month behind, and the actual incr