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Understanding SSI and SSDI Disability Payments: How Much Will You Receive?
August 17, 2023
Understanding SSI and SSDI disability payments can be confusing. Social Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance both come from the Social Security Administration, but they are two different programs within the same agency. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provides financial assistance to disabled individuals who do not have enough work credits to qualify for SSDI. […]
What’s the Difference Between Social Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance?
July 7, 2023
Social Security plays an important role in supporting individuals with financial assistance during various seasons of life. However, it can be confusing to navigate the different programs offered by Social Security without first understanding the key distinctions between Social Security Disability Insurance and Social Security Income. Whether you or a loved one are grappling with […]
Why You Should Appeal Your Denied Social Security Disability Benefits
May 23, 2023
If you are reading this, chances are you or someone you love may be facing a challenging time in life. Becoming disabled is devastating, and preparing your application for Social Security Disability benefits can be overwhelming. We understand how difficult this process can be and the emotional toll it’s taking on you and your family […]
Social Security Disability Appeal Process Explained
March 29, 2023
If you are no longer able to work due to a medical diagnosis, or you will be off work as a result of an injury or surgery and will be unable to perform your job for at least a year, then you may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income […]
When to Contact an Attorney for Disability
March 2, 2023
You can file for disability on your own without an attorney, but you do have a right to legal representation to assist with the process. While in some cases, filing for disability is a straightforward process with a quick approval, some cases are more complex. If you are denied disability after your initial application, contact […]
Best Way to Explain Your Disabilities to Social Security
March 29, 2022
Here are some practical tips that will help you with best way to explain your disabilities to Social Security. Be Consistent: Provide the date you last worked. Know the exact date your disability began to prevent you from working. Have documentation of doctors names and dates when you went in for examination, testing, and surgeries. […]
Prepare for Your Social Security Disability Hearing
March 22, 2022
If you have a disability hearing coming up, you will want to prepare. Social Security Disability Claims File Before your hearing, review what records are in your Social Security Disability claims file. Social Security creates an electronic file and labels each record as an exhibit. Requesting a copy of your record will help you to […]
Options When Denied Social Security Disability
February 28, 2022
Options When Denied Social Security Disability What are my options if I am denied Social Security Disability? Consider the following options if you are denied Social Security Disability. Related Article: Appeal Your Social Security Denial Participate in a job retraining program In Ohio, The Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation helps people with disabilities attain and maintain […]
What Records Help Support Your Disability Application
February 14, 2022
What Records Help Support Your Disability Application When you apply for disability, Social Security asks you to sign releases for access to your information. However, Social Security may not order all the records you feel support your disability application. Submitting your records directly to Social Security speeds up the review process by eliminating down time […]
Social Security Disability Appeal Form
January 31, 2022
In order to appeal a denial of disability benefits you will need to fill out the required Social Security Disability Appeal form. Since Social Security Disability applicants only have 60 days after receiving a denial letter to appeal, you should complete the Social Security Disability Appeal form immediately. Click: Social Security Disability Appeal A Decision. […]