If you're facing a disability and looking into Social Security disability benefits, the first thing you need to know is if your condition qualifies. The simple fact that you can no longer return to work is a good place to start this process, but the government is...
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Gathering evidence is key to a successful SSDI appeal
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has the difficult jobs of tracking Social Security payroll contributions, maintaining employee records and handling disability and retirement benefits claims. The average worker who has made a lifetime of contributions to the...
Closed SSA offices can cause serious delays
It's been more than a year since many of the Social Security Administration (SSA) offices closed down. This originally happened in early March of 2020. That means this has been going on for nearly two years, and those offices are still closed. The offices aren't...
2 common reasons Social Security Disability benefits are denied
If you are unable to work and are finding it difficult to support yourself, one of the options open to you may be to seek Social Security Disability benefits. Social Security Disability is available to people who have qualifying medical conditions that are expected to...
Are there expedited SSDI approvals available?
You go to the doctor because of some concerning or progressing symptoms. After a few tests or a visit to a specialist, you find yourself facing an ominous diagnosis. Perhaps you have a degenerative condition like multiple sclerosis. Maybe you have an advanced form of...
What are the basic eligibility requirements for SSD?
Disability benefits can be incredibly helpful to those who are no longer able to work. They help to provide a baseline income so that these individuals can cover costs and live healthy, stable lives. But how do you know if you qualify? The first step is to determine...
Can you still get SSDI benefits if you try to return to work?
People who qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits typically have serious medical conditions. To get approval for SSDI, you need medical documentation of a condition severe enough that it prevents you from working and might even affect your...
Even rare conditions can qualify people for Social Security Disability Insurance
If you are struggling to work because of a disability, it may be time to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. SSDI helps cover those with disabilities by providing them with an income that they can rely on as they seek care. The trouble with SSDI...
How do I appeal a denied disability claim?
Applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) can be very difficult to do. There are a lot of hoops to jump through, and the Social Security Administration (SSA) will likely require a great deal of information from you. If you fail to provide enough information when...
There are 4 kinds of appeals available to denied SSDI applicants
There is a lot of misinformation floating around about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. However, one rumor that has a basis in reality is the claim that many qualified applicants wind up receiving a denial for their benefits instead of an...