A significant number of applications for Social Security Disability benefits are denied each year. This may come as a surprise to many potential applicants. Should an application be denied, there is the option of pursuing an appeal by attending an informal hearing in front of an administrative law judge. Should this prove unsuccessful, there may…
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How Do I Prepare for My Social Security Disability Hearing?
Receiving a notice that your application for Social Security Disability benefits has been denied can be, among other things, demoralizing. After putting in the work to complete your application for the critical support provided by Social Security Disability benefits, a denial can feel like a major setback. Try not to let it get you down….
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Does SSI or SSDI Pay More?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is tasked with overseeing two programs meant to aid the disabled in covering costs of living. These two programs are Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Those disabled individuals who have qualifying work credits and have made FICA contributions may be entitled to SSDI benefits. SSI…
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Am I Eligible for SSI Benefits?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is tasked with overseeing and implementing several programs geared towards providing aid to disabled individuals across the U.S. One such program is Supplemental Security Income (SSI). SSI provides financial support to those individuals who are both disabled and in financial need. There are specific requirements that must be met for…
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Do I Qualify for Social Security Disability If I Suffer from Depression?
Thousands of Americans suffer from various forms of depression. It is a mood disorder most prominently recognized by feelings of intense sadness, hopelessness, and low self-worth. Depression can often cause reduced energy levels and loss of interest in what used to be enjoyable, referred to as “anhedonia.” In certain cases, depression can be disabling to…
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What Happens During a Disability Appeal?
You may have been denied eligibility for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits. You may not agree with the amount of your SSDI benefits payment. You may have been overpaid in SSDI payments but contest the amount you need to pay back or whether you have to repay it at all. If any of these issues…
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Can I Work If I Am On Disability?
In order to be eligible to receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, you must be unable to engage in substantial gainful activity. Essentially, this means that you have a disability preventing you from having a job that will support your cost of living. Because of this basic SSDI requirement, many receiving benefits are reluctant…
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Is It Possible to Get SSDI and SSI at the Same Time?
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are both need-based programs that provide important financial benefits to those who qualify. In order to be eligible for SSDI, you must meet the SSA definition of disability. The disability, whether mental or physical, must be so severe as to prevent an individual from maintaining…
Continue reading…Confused between SSDI or SSI? Here’s what’s not common in them
The Social Security Administration (SSA) runs both the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) under the Federal programs. The disability guidelines stated by the SSA are the same for both the programs which is stated in the Blue Book. An American who qualifies the federal definition of disability stated in the…
Continue reading…Common mistakes after denial of SSDI application
The most common question our social security disability lawyers are asked is whether I should appeal for social security after being denied SSDI. Our lawyers have the most reliable answer for you: Yes! You should appeal for SSDI after you have been denied at least one. Amongst the vast amount of applications received only 20%…
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