When you file for Social Security Disability Insurance, it is likely that your first claim will be denied. This means that you will be forced to appeal the decision and jump through additional hoops to get the benefits you need. The appeal process can take up to two...
Month: April 2017
Are my SSI benefits affected by property I need for self-support?
Oklahomans who are seeking or have already been approved for Supplemental Security Income through the Social Security disability program will undoubtedly be aware of the limits on resources to continue getting SSI benefits. However, various factors are considered with...
How is the decision for approving or denying SSD benefits made?
Sometimes the basics of receiving Social Security Disability benefits can be the most confusing aspect of the entire process. Obviously, the requirements must be met. But before moving forward with a claim for SSD benefits, there are certain questions that will be...
The “Worn Out Worker” Rule: SSD Benefits for Heavy Laborers
When you, a close friend or family member have spent the majority of your viable years earning a living through so-called "unskilled" heavy labor, it's not unusual to eventually find that your health has been negatively affected. What, then, do you do if you find...
How do living arrangements affect SSI benefits?
Oklahomans might know that Supplemental Security Income is for those who are 65 or older, blind or disabled and fall below a certain income threshold. There are other areas of nuance that they should also be aware of. Included is the living arrangements of the...
Social Security changes to look for in 2017
If you keep up with Social Security news, you know the program is in constant flux. With a new administration in the White House, however, 2017 is likely to be even more tumultuous than previous years.Although it's still somewhat early to make a forecast with 100...
What is Ticket to Work under Social Security disability?
Many Oklahomans who are seeking or already receiving disability benefits from Social Security would like to try and get back into the workforce if possible. However, they are frequently confused as to whether getting back to work will negatively impact their benefits....
SSDI and SSI: what separates these two forms of financial support?
It is easy to just lump the two critical forms of financial support offered by the Social Security Administration -- Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) -- together. But these are two distinct forms of financial support...
Changes made to some of the rules regarding SSD claims
The Social Security Disability claims process is governed by a complex set of regulations. Sometimes, changes are made to these rules. Some such changes took effect last week.The changes regard rules on what weight disability officials are to give certain types of...