If you are unable to work because of a chronic illness or another disabling condition, you might be eligible for benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Depending on your work history, you may be eligible to apply for either Social Security Disability insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). To receive benefits through either …
What to Look for in a Social Security Disability Attorney
Although you don’t have to hire a lawyer to represent you in your disability claim, retaining an experienced Social Security disability attorney might increase your chances of receiving approval for your disability claim. Claimants who have qualified legal representation are much more likely to be approved for Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) benefits than those …
How Long Does a Social Security Disability Claim Take?
The process involved with applying for Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) can be stressful. People who apply for SSDI are unable to work and are likely concerned about how they will make ends meet. It’s understandable if you’re wondering, “How long does a Social Security disability claim take?” Unfortunately, there isn’t a clear answer to …
How to Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits
Suffering from a disabling medical condition or injury is much more common than most people think. The Social Security Administration (SSA) reports that more than 25 percent of adults who are currently age 20 will become disabled before they retire. Most people pay into the Social Security fund through taxes taken from their paychecks. So if …
Social Security Denied My Claim. What Now?
Every year, millions of Americans apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), 2,015,200 applications for disability benefits were submitted in 2019. However, only 35.9 percent of those applications were approved. If you have received a denial notice, you might wonder, “Social Security denied my claim. What now?”