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Prior to the COVID pandemic, State of Connecticut employees who sought a disability retirement, would appear personally before a Medical Examining Board for a hearing. The Medical Examining Board is composed of three physicians who decide whether the applicant is medically disabled. An in person appearance allowed the Board to observe the applicant and

Social security recipients and Veterans who rely on disability payments will get some welcome relief from the crushing inflation of the last year.  Beginning January 1, 2023, disability recipients will be given a cost of living increase of 8.7%. This is the largest increase in over 30 years. Military retirees will also get the same