People who are coping with disabling medical conditions may have several different forms of support available to them. If someone acquired their condition due to their job, they might qualify for workers' compensation benefits. Other times, people may have worked for...
Social Security Disability
SSD claims and your online activity
Whether it’s Instagram, TikTok or Facebook, most people today are on one or more social media sites. But it is always possible that those responsible for awarding your benefits could also be watching your activity levels on your favorite sites. The former president...
Can depression be a factor in a Social Security Disability claim?
It’s very difficult to adjust to life with a disability, and it’s not unusual for people who have disabilities – whether due to a chronic condition or a traumatic accident – to also develop depression. Physical disabilities and depression can actually be part of a...
Many SSDI applicants get benefits when they appeal
Most workers make use of their contributions to Social Security when they retire. They can count on retirement benefits that can supplement their personal savings if they make enough contributions during their careers. Occasionally, workers may need assistance from...
What can cause your SSDI benefits to end?
If you’ve suffered a serious injury or illness, you may find yourself navigating the application process for a variety of types of benefits. If you have short- or long-term disability insurance, that may be your first line of defense against serious financial loss if...
Is it true that all SSDI applications get rejected at least once?
Workers paying taxes on their income in the United States typically make regular contributions to Social Security. Those contributions help fund both retirement benefits and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Most workers don’t need Social Security...
Is there a “magic age” for SSDI benefits?
A disability can strike anybody, at any age – but your age is actually a big factor when your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) application is being decided. In essence, the Social Security Administration (SSA) acknowledges that, with each passing year, it...
Do you qualify for disability benefits if you have mesothelioma?
Being diagnosed with any medical condition is bad enough. It doesn’t get any better if you are diagnosed with a terminal condition like mesothelioma. While there are treatments that can extend your life expectancy, there is no doubt that life will never be the same...
What is the most important part of a disability claim?
All parts of a disability claim are important, and it’s critical to pay attention to the details. Many claims are denied because of paperwork mistakes and things of this nature. Taking the time to ensure that the documentation is flawless goes a long way toward...
There’s a special disability rule for certain blue-collar workers
Workers with disabling medical conditions often need to take time off from their work or possibly change professions after the onset of their symptoms. Some people have private disability insurance, but many employees will primarily rely on benefits available through...