The Social Security Administration (SSA) follows strict guidelines when reviewing applications for disability benefits, and making even minor errors can lead to frustrating setbacks. Your application could be delayed or denied if you do not do everything right....
Every year, roughly two million Americans file for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. The bad news is that roughly two-thirds of those applicants will be denied on the first round. The good news, however, is that 53% of those who appeal their...
Whether you have filed for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits (or both), you know that you’re in for a long wait. At best, you could be looking at roughly seven months to get a decision. The wait can be much...
When you’re filing for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, the date you file your claim is very important. Sometimes, that date is the same day you actually submit your application for benefits. Other...
Being blind certainly can mean that a person cannot see at all. Medical professionals know that there are some cases where people don’t even see impressions from light. They simply see blackness all the time, and things like contact lenses or even surgery often won’t...
If you’re hoping to receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, you probably realize that you need sufficient medical evidence to support your claim. However, not every medical provider is considered “acceptable” under the Social Security...
Age is a key consideration in the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) evaluation process because it can affect your ability to retrain for new employment and your overall employability. Basically, the Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes that as you...
Disability benefits can play a pivotal role in supporting children with special needs. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provide financial aid that can offset the cost of care and support a child's quality of life....
There are many different types of disabilities in the United States. Someone can be disabled because of a mental condition that they have or a disease that they’ve contracted. Some disabilities are essentially invisible, while others are very obvious. You never want...
You’ve found yourself in the unfortunate position of being unable to work because of your health. The bills are starting to pile up, and with no steady income stream, you’re worried about how you’ll cope. One option that may be open to you is to apply for Social...
