Can The Social Security Administration Surveil Your Online Activities

This podcast discusses the potential use of social media by the US government to verify disability claims. The speaker, an attorney, explains the current regulations, which restrict the use of online information unless corroborated by a specific investigative unit. He then predicts a future change allowing broader access to social media data by adjudicators, potentially impacting those receiving disability benefits. He cites a specific policy number (HALEX I-2-5-69) outlining current restrictions and warns listeners to be mindful of their online presence. The attorney concludes by emphasizing the need for claimants to maintain thorough medical documentation and proactively manage their online profiles.