What Is the Maximum I Can Receive from Disability Back Pay?

When you wait an extended period to get approved for Social Security disability, you may have the right to receive back pay to compensate you for your wait. However, how much back pay could you receive in your disability benefits claim? Understanding Disability Back Pay Disability back pay ensures that Social Security disability benefits recipients…

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How Far Does SSDI Back Pay Go?

SSDI back pay can reimburse you for the months that you were eligible for SSDI payments but were not receiving payments. However, there is a limit to how far back pay will go. In most cases, SSDI back pay will extend for up to a year before you become disabled. However, there are some caveats…

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How Obesity Affects Social Security Disability Claims

Obesity is a prevalent health concern in the United States, affecting millions of individuals and presenting unique challenges. For those grappling with severe obesity, the impact extends beyond physical health, often impacting daily activities and overall quality of life. In the realm of Social Security Disability claims, the consideration of obesity as a disabling condition…

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Social Media During the Disability Claim Process

Once you file for disability, the Social Security Administration (SSA) may look into your social media profile. In this article, we’ll explore how this can impact your claim. We will also discuss best practices for using social media appropriately during the disability claim process. Social Media and the Disability Claim Process We use social media…

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Medical Records Are Key in Your SSDI Application

In your application for disability benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) wants to know about your physical or mental disability. They will review your application for confirmation that your disability prevents you from working for at least a year. What are they looking for in particular? The SSA wants objective medical evidence that clearly supports…

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What is the Difference Between SSI and SSDI?

When you are disabled and trying to untangle the web of jargon associated with Social Security benefits, it is easy to become frustrated. The terminology is confusing and often difficult to decode. Even the most basic questions regarding what benefits you may qualify for can be enough to send you through a loop. We hope…

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The Reopening of Social Security Offices

Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has put serious restrictions on the in-person services it offers. This is, of course, in an attempt to slow the spread of the virus, protecting both employees and the public at large. It has been difficult, however, for those looking for SSA assistance….

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Statute of Limitations and Veterans Social Security Disability Claims

Veterans, like civilians, who suffer from an illness or an injury that prevents them from retaining gainful employment can apply for Social Security disability benefits through the Social Security Administration. There are, however, some unique considerations veterans need to account for when applying for Social Security disability benefits. For instance, some disabled veterans may be…

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