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Oct. 19, 2022

If you suddenly develop a physical or mental condition that prevents you from carrying out the full duties of your job and you’ve been paying into the Social Security Trust Fund for retirement benefits, you probably will immediately consider applying for benefits available from Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).

Sept. 30, 2022

The Social Security Administration (SSA) administers two programs for people facing disabilities. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is based on the applicant’s qualifying for benefits, not just through a provable disability but through a history of contributions to the Social Security Trust Fund through work or self-employment taxes.

Aug. 18, 2022

It’s not uncommon for persons who go on workers’ compensation disability benefits, or on long-term disability (LTD) insurance benefits, to discover that the underwriting insurance company will literally spy on them to make sure their claims are not fabricated, or exaggerated beyond the point of qualifying.

July 13, 2022

The Social Security Administration (SSA) manages two federal programs that provide benefits for those who are disabled and unable to work: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). For both programs, you will have to be suffering from a mental or physical condition that prevents you from working for at least 12 months or even until death.

June 10, 2022

The Social Security Administration (SSA) runs two programs for disabled Americans. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is available for those who have a qualifying disability and  have paid into the Social Security Trust Fund through employee or self-employment taxes.

April 29, 2022

More than half of all people who apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) are denied when they first apply. This can be due to many factors, including not submitting enough documentation, but the Social Security Administration (SSA) uses various guidelines and standards in evaluating whether someone’s physical or mental impairment prevents them from working.

April 14, 2022

Disabled veterans may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). If their disability is service-related, they may be eligible not only for SSDI but also for veteran's benefits and receive both at the same time.

March 11, 2022

The Social Security Administration (SSA) maintains two programs for individuals who develop disabilities and need assistance. One program, called Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), is available for those who have paid into the Social Security system long enough. The other, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), is based on financial need.

Feb. 10, 2022

You have just developed a medical condition that you feel makes it impossible for you to continue working, so you apply to the Social Security Administration (SSA) for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Your claim is rejected.

Jan. 10, 2022

Losing a loved one is often an emotional and overwhelming experience. Fortunately, Social Security survivor benefits are available to help a decedent's family member – spouse, children, and parents – meet daily living expenses which would otherwise have been catered to by the decedent's income.