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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How Hiring an Attorney Can Help Manage SSDI Appeal Stress
Receiving a denial letter after filing your application for Social Security disability benefits can be devastating. After the effort it took to apply for benefits which you may be in desperate need of, the denial can cause you to lose hope all too easily. Know that now is not the time to lose hope. There…
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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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Online Social Security Hearings: What You Need to Know
Back in March 2020, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced the temporary closing of its hearing offices because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of these office closings, the SSA started offering online video hearings to accommodate the change in circumstances. While online hearings proceed the same way as in-person hearings did, there is definitely some…
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The Expansion of the Social Security Administration’s Compassionate Allowance Program
Social Security disability benefits are available to qualifying individuals who are suffering from severe medical impairments. These benefits can be a critical resource for those struggling financially due to medical conditions preventing individuals from retaining gainful employment. While these benefits can provide much-needed support to disabled individuals across the country, they can be quite difficult…
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What is a Consultative Examination for Social Security?
If you have applied for disability benefits through the Social Security Administration, you may receive a notice to appear for a consultative exam (CE). This is fairly routine and no cause for panic. The SSA may require a CE if there is a lack of medical evidence currently in your file to support your disability…
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What Questions Will Be Asked in Your Social Security Disability Interview?
Do you have a disabling injury, illness, or condition? If so, you may have felt, and even been surprised by, the quick financial pressure that can come with it. With a condition that prevents you from retaining gainful employment, bills can quickly pile up to oppressive, seemingly insurmountable heights. To help alleviate some of the…
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What Automatically Qualifies You for SSDI Benefits?
The application process for Social Security disability benefits can be daunting. The truth is, it really can be challenging. Extensive documentation will be necessary. You will not only need a substantial amount of documentation but a substantial amount of the right kind of documentation. There are, however, instances where an SSDI benefit applicant may automatically…
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