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How Do I Apply for Social Security Disability?
April 7, 2025
Once you determine that your injury or medical condition has affected your ability to work and earn an income, it may be time to consider applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). The sooner you weigh your needs and options after becoming disabled, the sooner you may begin to collect benefits and regain financial security. […]
How Do I Know When to Stop Working and Apply for Social Security Disability?
March 31, 2025
Coming to terms with the fact that you cannot perform your job like you once did is overwhelming. The financial worries, the fear of what comes next, and the uncertainty of applying for Social Security Disability Insurance all can feel paralyzing. What if your disability claim is denied? What if you’re left without any income […]
Should You Consider Returning to Work While Receiving Disability?
February 24, 2025
If you have been out of work due to a serious injury, illness, or disability, and are receiving disability benefits, you may be concerned about your future. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is complicated, and the process of qualifying for benefits was likely not easy and required a lot of careful documentation.
Can Short or Long-Term Disability Impact Your Social Security Disability Claim?
February 18, 2025
You’ve already faced the emotional and financial strain of living with a disability, and now you’re navigating a mountain of paperwork and endless questions about benefits. If you’re receiving short-term or long-term disability, you might be wondering how applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) fits into the picture. Will one benefit cancel out the […]
Experienced Attorney Simplifies SSDI Appeals
February 17, 2025
If you’ve become disabled and are unable to work, you may be thinking that there is no way your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim could be denied. If you, your medical team, and your employer all agree, filing all the necessary paperwork is nothing more than a formality. Sadly, this often isn’t the case […]
Can I Access My Retirement Benefits While Waiting for Social Security Disability?
January 14, 2025
You never planned to stop working so soon, but your health had other ideas. Now, you’re in your late 50’s or early 60’s and you’re faced with an unexpected reality: no paycheck, mounting bills, and the weight of keeping your family financially secure. Retirement wasn’t supposed to happen this way, but here you are wondering […]
What Makes a Good Social Security Disability Case?
November 4, 2024
You’ve spent years working hard to support yourself and your family, but now, because of an illness or injury, you’re unable to continue. The bills are piling up, stress is growing, and all you want is some relief. You’ve heard that Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) could be a lifeline, but just looking at the […]
The Impact of a Personal Injury Settlement on Social Security Disability
September 30, 2024
If you were injured by someone, then you may be eligible for a personal injury settlement that will help you financially recover. The payment may include compensation for medical expenses, property damage, and lost earnings. Your settlement may also provide monetary compensation for things like psychological distress, pain and suffering, and diminished life enjoyment.
How Workers’ Compensation Payments Impact Your Social Security Disability Benefits
September 25, 2024
If you were injured at work, and as a result are unable to work, you may find yourself in the position of qualifying for both Social Security Disability Insurance and Workers’ Compensation. Social Security Disability Insurance (“SSDI”) is a program for those with qualifying disabilities who have paid into Social Security while working. Workers’ Compensation […]
Checking Your Insurance Status With Social Security
September 16, 2024
If you’ve been injured to the point of disability or developed an illness where you can no longer work, you may be eligible for Social Security insurance. Anyone who has paid into the Social Security system is eligible for benefits, but it is not as simple as getting out what you paid in. To get […]