Vasquez Law

04/01/2026

We want to take a moment to thank all of our clients for trusting us to be part of your journey. It’s truly an honor to advocate for you and your families every day.
In observance of Easter weekend, our office will be closing early this Friday at 1:00 PM. We will resume normal business hours the following Monday.
We hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable weekend!

01/19/2026

Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his unwavering commitment to justice, equality, and dignity for all.
At the Vasquez Law Office, we remain committed to serving our community with compassion and advocating for those who need a voice.
“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

12/31/2025

Our office will be closed for the New Year holiday but will reopen on January 2nd and be available to assist you at that time.
We appreciate the trust our clients have placed in us this year and look forward to continuing to serve you in the year ahead.
From all of us at the Vasquez Law Office, we wish you and your loved ones a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year!

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas from the Vasquez Law Office.

We are incredibly grateful for the trust and support of our clients throughout the year. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful, and peaceful Christmas season.

Please note that our office will be closed December 24th through December 26th as our team spends time with their families. We will be back in the office next week and ready to assist you with your Social Security and Work Comp needs.

Enjoy the holidays, and we look forward to serving you in the coming year!

12/23/2025

2026 SSD & SSI COLA Changes from the Social Security Administration
We want to share some important information about the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) and other Social Security changes that will affect our clients in 2026. These changes come from the official Social Security Administration (SSA) fact sheet.
Here’s what you need to know:
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits will increase by 2.8% starting in January 2026. This means your monthly benefits go up in an effort to keep pace with inflation.
Average Benefit Examples (2026):
All disabled workers — $1,630/month (Your exact benefit amount will vary based on your individual Social Security record).
Earnings & Work Rules (Important for SSD & Retirement Benefits)
To earn one credit of coverage in 2026, you must earn $1,890 in Social Security-covered wages or self-employment income.
You can earn up to four credits per year — which totals $7,560 in 2026 for the maximum number of credits.
Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) for SSDI:
Non-blind individuals can earn up to $1,690/month gross monthly.
Blind individuals: $2,830/month. Earnings above these may affect eligibility for SSDI benefits.
Trial Work Period Threshold (SSDI):
The threshold to count a month toward the Trial Work Period is $1,210/month in 2026.
SSI Federal Payment Standards (2026):
Individual: $994/month maximum, an increase from $967 in 2025
• Couple: $1,491/month
Resource limits remain the same ($2,000 individual / $3,000 couple).
What This Means for You
Your monthly benefit amounts will rise in 2026 thanks to the COLA.
Beneficiaries can still work, but earnings above certain limits could affect disability benefits.
If you’re working toward qualifying for Social Security retirement or disability benefits, earning $7,560 or more in 2026 will give you the maximum four work credits.
You can view your updated benefit amount online through your mySocialSecurity account at ssa.gov/myaccount once the SSA begins sending notices in December.
We’re here to help you understand these changes — feel free to reach out with questions.

https://www.ssa.gov/news/en/cola/factsheets/2026.html

2026 SOCIAL SECURITY CHANGES Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA): Based on the increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI-W) from the third quarter of 2024 through …

07/28/2025

https://www.npr.org/2025/07/22/nx-s1-5475151/social-security-phone-wait-staffing-crunch

If you've noticed longer lines or hold times when contacting your local Social Security office, you're not alone. Recent nationwide changes aimed at improving the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) main phone line have pulled about 4% of local office staff away from in-person and local phone service.

To make matters more difficult, the SSA has lost over 4,600 employees since March, slowing down the processing of claims and decision-making for all of Social Security's benefits.

Unfortunately, these staffing changes are expected to continue, which means delays at local offices may only get worse in the months ahead.

If you're having trouble navigating your claim, our office is here to help. Don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re committed to guiding you through the process as efficiently as possible.

The Social Security Administration reassigned some field office employees in an effort to bring down lengthy phone wait times. But workers say these reassignments have been disruptive for staff.