SSD – Social Security Disability Process And Benefits

No one in the world has ever said that having a disability makes life easier. In fact, many individuals in the United States are suffering from permanent disabilities that prevent them from working and earning an income for themselves. Fortunately, these individuals...

At minimum, applicants for disability benefits must demonstrate that they are unable to perform the work they performed in the last 15 years that was performed at the "substantial gainful activity" level. But what if someone has not performed any work at the...

One of the most common type of cases I see in my practice are those in which a client is seeking disability benefits due to some type of spinal disorder and resulting back pain. The difference between successful and unsuccessful claims involving back pain turns...

Earlier this month, the Supreme Court heard a case that will have a big impact on how many disability attorneys are paid and how retroactive pay is calculated. The case, Culbertson v. Berryhill, specifically deals with disability insurance cases that are appealed to...

Disability hearings can be intimidating affairs. Most claimants have never been inside of a courtroom and have no idea to what to expect.Even if you have been to court before, disability hearings can be very different experiences.Still, these are some of the questions...

Social Security Disability (SSD) is a benefit that can change the lives of those struggling with disabilities. When you have a disability, it's not always easy to work. You may struggle to work more than a few hours a week.Knowing how expensive it can be to live in...

If you are thinking about applying for disability benefits, you probably have a number of questions regarding the benefits that are available. Many individuals are unaware that they may receive any retroactive benefits. Even at the hearing stage of the disability...

The Mayo Clinic describes irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) as a common disorder that affects the large intestine. The signs and symptoms of IBS include cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and diarrhea or constipation, or both. If you have been diagnosed with IBS...

In the five step process that Social Security uses to review disability claims, the second steps requires that a claimant show he or she suffers from a "severe impairment."But what exactly constitutes a severe impairment is confusing for many clients.Social Security...

If you currently use Social Security Disability (SSD) or wish to obtain Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to boost your income in the future, there is some good news. In 2019, the amount paid out in SSD or SSI will increase. It's not a minuscule increase,...

There are three ways to file for Social Security Disability benefits. You can apply over the phone with the Social Security Administration. You can apply in person at your local Social Security office. Finally, you can apply online at the Social Security...

For certain aggressive illnesses or severe injuries, applicants maybe be able to receive benefits in an expedited fashion. The Social Security Administration has a list of conditions for which one may be able to receive a "Compassionate Allowance". The Compassionate...

To prove your disability claim before Social Security Administration (SSA), you must provide evidence of a medically determinable severe impairment. The term "medically determinable" implies that a licensed physician or certified psychologist has given a diagnosis...

Social Security Disability (SSD) is determined based on a person's ability to complete tasks that they did before an injury. For example, if you were working a labor-intensive job, it would be reasonable to award disability if you could no longer do that job due to a...