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What Is the Social Security 5-Year Rule? When facing a disability that prevents you from working, understanding how Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) eligibility works becomes crucial for your financial well-being. The Social Security 5-Year Rule is one of the most important qualifying requirements for receiving disability benefits. This rule…

The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program provides disability benefits to workers who cannot continue employment. However, you must have a minimum number of work credits to be approved for SSDI benefits. How many credits you need depends on your age. Here’s what you need to understand about work credits…

If the Social Security Administration rejected your application for Social Security Disability (SSD) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, don’t lose hope. The SSA denies applications for a variety of reasons, and it’s possible to appeal their decision and secure the benefits you need. Here are some tips for how…

Epilepsy is a brain disorder that causes recurrent and unprovoked seizures. Although many people can prevent epileptic seizures through treatment, some cases do not respond to medical intervention. Recurring seizures may make it impossible for people with epilepsy to work, which may entitle them to Social Security disability benefits.  Is…

When a disability keeps you from working, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can provide crucial financial support. Many Oklahoma residents ask, “How are SSDI payments calculated?” In this guide, we at Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons break down exactly how these benefits work and what you can expect. What Is…

According to data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), over two-thirds (67 percent) of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) applications are denied. The SSA denies SSDI applications for many reasons, ranging from a lack of evidence to a refusal to cooperate with SSA requirements. Knowing common SSDI denial reasons can…

Social Security Disability benefits aren’t only for people with physical injuries or illnesses. The Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes that mental disabilities can be just as harmful as physical injuries. (You can find the SSA’s list of qualifying mental disabilities here.) However, mental disabilities are more challenging to prove because…