Linda was a stay-at-home mom and homemaker her entire life. At age 40, she divorced and re-entered the workforce. Unfortunately, she became disabled at age 41. Because she had not accrued enough work credits, she was unable to qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits based on her work history. She searched for other ways…
DetailsMarla called a disability attorney recently. Unable to work because of fibromyalgia, her finances were in bad shape. She needed help and she needed it now. You can imagine her distress. Marla had just opened a letter from the Social Security Administration and learned her claim had been denied. She was left wondering what her…
DetailsGovernment regulations are usually complicated. The application process may be frustrating, with many forms to fill out. Understanding some of the terms and words used can make the whole process easier. For example, you need to understand what a work credit is apply for Social Security Disability. The Basics of Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits…
DetailsMaria and Tom’s finances were devastated when Maria could no longer work due to her disability. They applied for Social Security Disability Insurance to partially cover her former income. When Maria received an SSDI denial notice, though, they wondered, “What now?” SSDI Denial Process Social Security Disability Insurance benefits may be denied for a number…
DetailsSocial Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments provide financial relief to people unable to work due to a disability. However, sometimes SSDI is not enough. SSDI recipients may wonder if they can accept other benefits in addition to their SSDI payments. It is possible to receive other benefits. However, in some cases, SSDI may be reduced…
DetailsSome conditions are hard to talk about. People may find it easier to tell friends and family they have a spinal injury or lupus than a psychological condition. But almost 20 percent of people in the United States suffer from some form of mental illness. According to the Social Security Administration, nearly one third of…
DetailsMaybe you’re on disability now. The payments don’t quite cover all your bills. Or maybe you feel better and would like to get back to work, but you don’t know if you are up to working full time. If so, you may be wondering if you go back to work part-time, will your SSDI benefits…
DetailsLouisa’s rheumatoid arthritis became so bad she was no longer able to work. She worried about paying her bills and taking care of her family. Louisa learned that Social Security Disability Insurance might provide the financial support she needs. However, she worried about the application process. In particular, she wondered how she could prove her…
DetailsA cancer diagnosis is devastating. In addition to life-or-death decisions, patients have to worry about being unable to work while battling their disease. There are times when an individual going through cancer treatments can qualify to Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. It’s important to know what to do when you can’t work because of cancer.…
DetailsSam and Emma were concerned when Sam was injured at work. His doctors ordered rehabilitation, but also said he might be unable to work for the rest of his life. Emma started looking into benefits that would help while Sam was disabled. She had trouble deciding if Sam should apply for workers’ compensation or Social…
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