Sam was alarmed. He filed his Social Security Disability Insurance application, then started receiving notices from the Social Security Administration. He wasn’t sure what to do with them. Emily faced the same problem, but she had been on disability for several years. It’s important to know what to do when you receive notices about disability…
DetailsAs if you didn’t have enough to deal with – your medical condition and inability to work. Now, you have to go through the complicated application process to get Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. During that process, you will be interviewed by someone from the Social Security Administration. Preparing for your disability interview should be…
DetailsTo qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits, you have to have a condition that prevents you from working. In addition, your work record helps determine whether you can get SSDI. Sometimes, though, a benefits recipient will start feeling better and want to try working again. When this happens, the individual may try a trial…
DetailsYou’ve just received a devastating diagnosis, one that will keep you from supporting yourself and your family. Now, you face the complicated process of applying for government benefits. Let’s look at some of the reasons you need to know how – and why – to work with a disability attorney. You need someone in your…
DetailsBrandon and Alyssa’s new baby was born with a congenital heart condition. They worried about their child’s health and future. However, they also were concerned about the expensive medical treatments and whether they could both continue working. They considered government benefits like SSDI and SSI but did not know if you could qualify for SSDI…
DetailsMany people receive monthly disability benefits, Social Security Disability Insurance benefits for example. Sometimes awards are based on the applicant’s terminal illness. Since disability benefits offer much-needed support to the families of disabled people, it’s natural to wonder whether your surviving spouse will receive your SSDI benefits after you are gone. SSDI Benefits, in General…
DetailsSome disabled workers may find that their condition has gotten a little better. Maybe they locate a new job that they can do despite their disability. For example, Chris was unable to return to construction work because of injuries to his spinal cord. He received Social Security Disability Insurance benefits and Supplemental Security Income. Chris…
DetailsApplying for government benefits is sometimes necessary, but almost always frustrating! Regulations and requirements are hard to understand. However, failing to follow directions can lead to a denial of benefits. If your mom or dad is disabled and searching for help, you may be asking yourself, “How can I help my parent apply for disability…
DetailsGovernment regulations are confusing! It’s especially hard to understand them when you are already hurting physically or financially worries have taken over. Social Security Disability Insurance benefits can help many people who are unable to work due to a medical condition. However, before you get started, there are things you don’t know about applying for…
DetailsSometimes people just need a little extra help. For example, Max is 68 years old. His income is very low and he has trouble paying his bills and buying groceries. Julia received her cancer diagnosis last year. She cannot work due to her treatments but cannot qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. And, finally,…
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