Many people who apply for Social Security Disability Insurance SSDI benefits are full-time employees. They may even be the primary wage-earners for their families. When they develop medical challenges that interfere with their employment, they may struggle to continue...
Year: 2025
Common mental health issues that qualify for disability benefits
You have worked hard for years. But now, a mental health condition makes it hard to keep going. If this sounds like you, know that you are not alone. Your struggle is real and valid. Mental health conditions can be just as limiting as physical ones. The good news is...
What is the cornerstone of a disability application?
You have probably heard that many disability applications are denied. The Social Security Administration (SSA) does deny a significant portion of the applications that come in. While some of these denials are certainly justified, many people who are seeking SSDI...
Understanding the SSA continuing disability review process
Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is only the beginning of the process. Even after benefits are approved, the Social Security Administration (SSA) conducts continuing disability reviews (CDRs) to ensure that...
Compassionate allowances apply to some disability claims
Social Security Disability Insurance provides certain benefits to individuals who are suffering from illnesses or injuries that don’t allow them to work to support themselves. The process of obtaining these benefits isn’t quick, but there are conditions that may mean...
Your SSD (ALJ) appeal hearing: What you need to know
When your Social Security Disability appeal reaches the hearing stage, you're entering one of the most important phases of the process. This is your opportunity to present your case directly to an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). Understanding what to expect can...
Why will SSI recipients get double payments in October?
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability (SSD) recipients sometimes notice two payments arriving in the same month, which can cause confusion or concern. This is likely to be the case in late October of 2025, for example, when SSI recipients...
How can I apply for Social Security Disability Insurance?
If you are trying to apply for a disability benefit and have a work history that is covered by social security, pursuing a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) application may be a good place to start. Here are two things you should know about this federal...
What causes SSD claim denials, and what can you do?
Social Security Disability benefits can help people who have a debilitating medical condition and cannot work. Applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits can be difficult for many people. The application process is often frustrating, especially when a...
When does cancer make a person eligible for SSDI?
Many different types of illnesses can affect one’s ability to work. Cancer is one of the most serious medical issues patients may face. In some cases, people with cancer cannot work. They may even become reliant on caregivers for basic tasks, such as cooking their...
