If an individual becomes disabled and is unable to work following an accident or as a result of medical conditions, long-term disability and Social Security disability benefits may be available, in many cases simultaneously. The Difference Between SSDI and Long-Term Disability Long-term disability insurance differs from Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) in several ways. Understanding Read More

Some Social Security disability applicants who need benefits right away may be able to significantly reduce long wait times by submitting a dire needs request. SSDI processing can take years in many cases. If an individual is out of work and incapable of going back to work because of a disability, this can result in Read More

If you are applying for Social Security Disability benefits, you may be wondering whether you should hire a disability lawyer or a non-attorney advocate. The short answer is that both can represent you, and both are paid the same way in most cases. The better question is which one is the right fit for your Read More