Social Security Law
Over 90 percent of all workers are in jobs covered by Social Security and one in seven Americans today receive some sort of Social Security benefit. Social Security Law takes the reader through a basic history of the Social Security system, shows clearly how it works, discusses eligibility requirements for one's self, spouse & family, and shows how to apply for retirement benefits. Other sections cover Medicare, MEDICAID, and survivor's benefits. \ Appendices include:\ ·Application for a...
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Attorney Jasper examines the history of legislation, the manner in which Social Security is funded, and its distribution in the case of old age or disability. She also describes the individual programs within the Social Security Administration and application information. She starts by describing the Social Security Number and how to apply for a Social Security Card. She then examines funding, including the Social Security Trust Fund, and programs such as the retirement pension, disability insurance, survivors' benefits, Supplemental Security Income, Medicare, and supplemental health care coverage. Jasper also covers the issues of representative payees, the claimant's right to representation, hearings and appeals, and fraud. She also addresses international issues such as living abroad after retirement or getting credit for work done abroad. She gives a number of resources and forms. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
