Life's uncertainties and complications often leave many wondering about the benefits and rights they might be able to access, especially after significant life events like divorce. One question you might have is whether you can claim SSDI benefits based on an...
Social Security Disability
How your SSDI benefits affect your children
When you qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance due to a disability that prevents you from working, this change can also impact your dependents, especially your children. A significant outcome of your SSDI eligibility is that your children might also qualify...
6 FAQs about SSDI
Navigating Social Security Disability Insurance can seem like a daunting task. Many questions arise for those considering applying for SSDI or those who have just started the application process. SSDI provides financial assistance to individuals who have worked in the...
What could disrupt your SSD benefits?
Social Security disability benefits are not provided to everyone. You will need to provide an extensive history of your medical condition, work experience and personal identification. If even one thing does not add up, the Social Security Administration may suspend...
Certain disabilities may qualify for expedited SSDI processing
Social Security Disability Insurance applicants with certain medical conditions may receive a fast-track decision. As described on the ssa.gov website, the Social Security Administration’s Compassionate Allowances program lists more than 260 illnesses, disorders and...
Understanding eligibility for compassionate allowances
Securing Social Security disability (SSD) benefits through the Social Security Administration (SSA) often involves a lengthy and complex process. However, for individuals dealing with certain severe conditions, the SSA provides an expedited process known as the...
What happens if the SSA denies your disability claim?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) typically denies two-thirds of all claims for Social Security disability benefits. If you find yourself among this group, then it is time to pursue an appeal. If you can no longer appeal or file a lawsuit, then consider filing...
Why is it easier to get SSD over age 50?
Did you know that more than 8.3 million people benefitted from Social Security Disability in 2021? That is 4.1% of the population between the ages of 18 and 64. Social Security Disability is available to individuals who became disabled at least 12 months prior....
Can you keep your SSDI benefits when you return to work?
Once your condition improves to a point where you can reasonably work again, you might wonder what that means for your SSDI benefits. What you might find surprising is that just because you return to work might not mean the end of your benefits. Understanding the...
Understanding the SSDI claims process
Obviously, people who cannot work struggle financially while their Social Security Disability application is pending. Generally, approval for Social Security Disability will take between four months to 24 months. Ordinarily, a competent attorney or representative acts...