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Joe Whitcomb

Joe Whitcomb is the founder and president of Whitcomb, Selinsky, PC (WSM). In addition, he manages the firm and heads up the Government Procurement and International Business Transactions Law sections. As a result of his military service as a U.S. Army Ranger and as a non-commissioned officer in the Air Force, he learned mission accomplishment. While serving in the Air Force, he earned his Bachelor’s in Social Sciences and a Master’s in International Relations. His Master’s emphasis was on National Security and International Political Economics. After his military career, Joe attended law school at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law.

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What is Supplemental Security Income?

Under the Social Security Act of 1935, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program that provides a mechanism for disabled workers to receive monthly benefits. The U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) administers this program,...

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picture of lady justice Reasons for SSDI Denial

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Common Reasons for SSDI Denial

Each year, millions of individuals file for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and other types of disability benefits from the Social...

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Do I need a Mental Consultative Examination for SSDI Benefits?

Some individuals who seek to obtain Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are required by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to...

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Social Security Disability Insurance Taxation

One of the most common questions that individuals have about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is what tax rules apply when a...

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Representative Payees and SSDI

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Representative Payees and SSDI

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can prove to be vital to individuals who are unable to work due to a disability. Many recipients of SSDI...

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Financial Eligibility & Social Security Disability Insurance

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Financial Eligibility & Social Security Disability Insurance

There are two programs offered by the Social Security Administration: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income...

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The Disability Durational Requirement for SSDI and SSI

One of the most common reasons individuals are turned down for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security (SSI) is that the...

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FICA Work Credits and Social Security

As individuals move through their work career, work credits (WCs) are earned each year during which an individual earns wages and pays Federal...

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The Social Security Compassionate Allowance List

An individual with a condition that is listed on the Compassionate Allowance List (CAL) will have their claim expedited. The Social Security...

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Losing Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

Many individuals depend on the benefits from Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) Benefits. Unfortunately, in several types of situations, ...

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