The $250.00-$300.00 labor rate is exhorbitant!!! In Southern California the labor rates normally average $120.00 per hour. In my area it averages $90.00. That rate applies to any portion of an hour. If you hire an Air Conditioning Repair service contractor under a flat rate charge, ask for an up front complete parts.
The below is an explanation of when collecting retirement benefits prevents you from collecting disability benefits as well. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is one of two programs under which you can apply for disability benefits. The other program is Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
I agree with your friend that you should apply for Social Security Disability (SSDI). You can receive both SSDI and VA compensation benefits. You do not say how long you have been disabled, but if it has been seventeen months or more, start the application before the end of the month to avoid possible loss of benefits. agree with your friend that you should apply for Social Security Disability (SSDI). You can receive both SSDI and VA compensation benefits. You do not say how long you have been disabled, but if it has been seventeen months or more, start the application before the end of the month to avoid possible loss of benefits.