If you are struggling with a new or worsening illness or disability, then you may be looking into seeking Social Security Disability benefits. Social Security Disability is not always the easiest benefit to get, because you need to prove that your condition fully...
Social Security Disability
The high cost of a mistake on your SSDI application
When you file for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits, a mistake can be far more than a temporary inconvenience. It takes very little for the Social Security Administration (SSA) to deny a claim. Once that happens, the process can involve lengthy appeals,...
Will you receive back pay for denied SSDI benefits after a successful appeal?
You expected bureaucratic red tape and delays when you applied for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. The process is notorious for taking a long time and requiring a lot of effort from those already struggling with a severe medical condition. What...
How do you handle a reconsideration appeal for SSDI benefits?
When you already have a debilitating medical condition that affects your quality of life, trying to jump through bureaucratic hoops to get benefits can drain your energy and stress you out. Managing a disability application or appeal on your own can lead to...
3 common mistakes that SSDI applicants make
No one really plans to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Usually, unfortunate circumstances are what result in someone needing benefits. A diagnosis with a degenerative condition, a car crash or even cancer might lead someone unable to...
What you should expect to submit with your disability application
Filing for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits can be scary. One of the biggest questions most applicants have is, "What do I need to send in with my application?" Here's what you need to know. Proving your eligibility for disability benefits To obtain either...
How soon should you build your Social Security Disability case?
If you’re no longer able to work or have been struggling with working because of an injury or illness, you may be wondering if you’ll be able to qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance. SSDI is an important safety net for people who can no longer work because...
Medical records play a major role in disability cases
When you file for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, you may be focused only on the financial side. How much money did you earn before your injury? How much do you need to make ends meet? What is the maximum amount of benefits you can qualify for? All these...
Depression, the impact on your life and Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits
Depression is no laughing matter. It’s not something to sweep under the rug and hope that it corrects itself. It needs to be dealt with quickly and in a decisive manner. Depression can impact your life in many ways, from your personal relationships to your work...
What disability reviewers look for in burn victims’ files
As disfiguring and life-altering as your burns may be, having them may not automatically qualify you to receive Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. Your file's reviewer will instead want to know more about any other conditions you may have, your long-term...