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The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a list of jobs to help determine who can receive benefits, but this list is outdated and often leads to denials for individuals who can work at sit-down jobs. When applying for Social Security disability benefits, many applicants find that their application is denied despite their inability to return Read More

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

Hiring a Social Security disability lawyer to help with a claim generally makes more sense than hiring an advocate. Although non-attorney representatives and disability lawyers are entitled to the same fees for representing clients, attorneys have higher approval rates at the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) hearing level, can appeal claims to the federal district court Read More

When applying for Social Security disability, the process can be difficult to follow, especially with the number of terms that applicants are likely to come across at some point. The following brief glossary of terms used in disability cases can give applicants a better understanding of some of the elements involved. Substantial Gainful Activity To Read More

The social security disability claims process can be a challenge to get through in many cases, and determining the timeline is also often difficult. While the steps taken to apply for both Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are essentially identical, the specific steps that individuals need to take will vary from Read More

Disabled individuals who are unable to work but over the age of 65 may still be eligible to receive Social Security disability benefits. In some cases, older individuals may be unable to continue working because of a disability, but they’re not ready to begin collecting Social Security retirement benefits. Under these circumstances, individuals may be Read More

If an individual is unable to work because of a disability such as a debilitating injury or illness, it may be worth hiring an attorney if the Social Security Administration (SSA) denies a disability claim. However, many applicants may worry about whether they can afford to hire a disability lawyer. Unfortunately, most people who apply for Read More

If an individual is currently unable to work and disabled, he or she may be able to receive disability benefits while out of work. Disability benefits received from the Social Security Administration (SSA) can help cover the many expenses associated with a disability, including medical bills and other daily costs. Depending on the applicant’s situation, Read More

The frequency of continuing disability reviews (CDRs) is based on a few factors, including the severity of the disability, the likelihood of the condition’s improvement, and in some cases, the applicant’s age. The Social Security Administration (SSA) never assumes that an applicant will be permanently disabled when approved for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Read More

There are several myths about SSDI that are in circulation. Recognizing the five most-common and why they are wrong can improve a claimant’s chances of obtaining benefits. 1. Initial Applications Will Always Be Denie Around 30 percent of first-time SSDI applications are approved. While the Social Security Administration (SSA) denies the majority of initial applications, Read More