Category: Social Security Claims

The report from a consultative examination, or CE, is often one of the most pivotal pieces of evidence in a Social Security disability claim. In addition to medical findings and test results, how you interact with the disability doctor will heavily influence your case’s outcome. You should be prepared and…

Do you or a loved one have a serious medical condition and need Social Security disability benefits quickly? The Social Security Compassionate Allowances program can fast-track claims for those with the most severe disabilities, cutting down on the wait time for financial support. Qualifying for this program can make a…

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides benefits for qualified Americans who cannot work because of a disability. If you’re considering going to college and learning a new skill, you may wonder whether attending school will affect your SSDI benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has no rules forbidding SSDI recipients…

Several federal programs provide benefits to seniors and disabled individuals. Two of the most common programs are Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). However, each program comes with eligibility requirements that must be met to qualify for monthly payments.  So, what’s the difference between SSI and…

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provide financial support to individuals with disabilities. As drug and alcohol addiction can be among the most debilitating disorders an individual can face, many people wonder if these programs cover substance use disorders. Can You Get Disability Benefits for Drug…

Do you have an injury or condition that keeps you from earning a living? If so, you may be entitled to Social Security Disability Insurance benefits, which provide financial payments to workers who become disabled from gainful employment. However, the Social Security Administration has limited resources to pay SSDI benefits….

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can offer a critical financial lifeline for people in need. Yet, according to data from the Social Security Administration, only 38 percent of claims are approved based on the initial application. That means nearly two-thirds of people are denied when they first apply for…

Hiring a Social Security Disability attorney can make a significant difference in the outcome of your claim. From explaining complex laws to effectively representing you in hearings, an attorney provides invaluable support. You’ll want to know, “How much is a disability lawyer going to cost me?” Following is a breakdown…

If you’re disabled and no longer able to work and have also reached the age where you can begin collecting Social Security retirement benefits, can you collect retirement and disability at the same time? Traditional Social Security disability benefits represent an earlier-available form of retirement benefits, so unless certain exceptions…

Many legal and financial changes come with getting married. But does getting married affect your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits? Depending on how you became eligible for SSDI benefits, it may. Will Marriage Affect Your SSDI Benefits? “Will I lose my SSDI if I get married?” is a common…