Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are both programs that are handled by the Social Security Administration (SSA). They provide financial assistance to individuals with disabilities. While they have similarities, they...
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Lesser-known local resources for the disabled
There are programs in place in the United States that help to provide benefits for those who have disabilities that keep them from working. Many people who find themselves in this position begin looking into SSI and SSDI, which are disability-related benefits provided...
What is a compassionate allowance for SSD?
People who file for Social Security Disability Insurance usually hope they can get benefits as quickly as possible because they can’t make ends meet without being able to work. Unfortunately, the application process isn’t always quick. In some cases, it can take...
Will I qualify for SSDI as a self-employed professional?
Employed adults have the benefit of numerous systems intended to reduce their possibility of financial hardship due to medical issues. Employers provide workers' compensation coverage in case of a work-related health concern, and workers may also qualify for...
3 common reasons for SSDI benefits claim denials
The people who apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are typically unable to work because of their medical conditions. They need the financial support offered by SSDI and may struggle to cover their basic cost-of-living expenses without it....
The 8.7% COLA for Social Security recipients arrives in January
In less than three weeks, people who receive Social Security benefits will see an 8.7% increase in their monthly payments, giving them a needed boost for rising prices stemming from inflation. The list of those who benefit includes retirees and survivors as well as...
Is there any way to speed up your SSDI claim?
When you file your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim, the wait to hear if you’ve been approved or denied can be excruciating. On average, people are waiting about five and a half months to get a decision. The worst part is that – should your initial...
Does an SSDI appeal always involve a hearing in front of a judge?
Many people live their entire lives without ever setting foot in a courtroom. Others end up embroiled in legal matters because of something they did that led to criminal charges or a mistake by another person that left them hurt. In rare situations, those attempting...
What does the SSA consider substantial gainful activity?
Adults who develop debilitating medical conditions or who have injuries that prevent them from working may require disability support. While some people have private long-term disability insurance, many working professionals only have the protection of Social Security...
2 dangerous myths that people shouldn’t believe about SSDI
The Social Security Administration (SSA) makes its policies available to the public both in print and online. For example, you can review the policies of what constitutes a disabling medical condition for the purposes of qualifying for Social Security Disability...