Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) sound similar and they are both administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA), but they have different eligibility criteria. SSD and SSI You may qualify for SSD if you have a disability...
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The top reasons why Social Security disability claims are denied
If you suffer from a debilitating injury or medical condition that makes it impossible to work, then you’re bound to face significant financial challenges. In those circumstances, the future can look bleak, but you don’t have to sit back let that become reality....
Appealing a Social Security Disability Insurance claim denial
If you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and your claim is denied, you have several options available to address it. Reasons for denial Your claim may be denied for several reasons. One of the most common reasons a claim is denied is for lack of...
What are the qualifying conditions and illnesses for Social Security Disability?
If you have become unable to work due to a condition or illness, you may need to collect Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI, benefits to provide you with income. If you have sufficient work history to be eligible and if your condition qualifies, Social...
Mental health benefits under SSDI
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits provide financial assistance for a variety of disabling conditions caused by an accident or illness. One of the most common questions is whether SSDI benefits are available for mental illness. The answer is “yes,”...
Can I qualify for Social Security Disability?
If you are unable to work due to a physical or mental impairment, you may be wondering if you can qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. After all, SSD benefits can be the difference between financial solvency and homelessness. SSD benefits SSD benefits are...
Collecting medical evidence for your SSD claim
When you apply for Social Security Disability (“SSD”) benefits, you are required to submit various documents, and some of the most important documents are medical evidence regarding your condition or disability. The reason for submitting medical evidence is that the...
Social Security Disability claim denial
If a person cannot work because of a disability, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) may provide a financial safety net to help them meet their basic needs. The person's disability must be qualified, meaning that it prevents the person from engaging in...
Compassionate allowance program and securing SSD benefits
Those living with disabilities often acquired their debilitating injury or illness later in life. Whether you were born with a disabling condition or suffered an injury or illness that resulted in a disability, it is important that you fully understand your situation...
Can Social Security Disability determinations be appealed?
Applying for Social Security Disability benefits is a long, complicated and frustrating process. After all, you are asking the federal government to pay you, and the federal government does not want to pay you, even if you are entitled to those payments. This is why...