There are two kinds of disability: Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance. Social Security Disability Insurance benefits have no asset limits. Supplemental Security Income eligibility is strictly impacted by how many assets you hold....

Social Security Disability
Waiting on a Decision Post Hearing: Post Hearing Development
Two frequent questions individuals will ask after they have their Social Security Disability hearing are the following: 1) Do I have to do anything thing else or provide any additional information? And 2) How long will it take to get my decision? Regarding question...
Waiting on a Decision Post Hearing: The Decision Writing Process
Two frequent questions individuals will ask after they have their Social Security Disability hearing are the following: 1) Do I have to do anything thing else or provide any additional information? And 2) How long will it take to get my decision? Regarding question...
When and how to apply for SSDI benefits
Most people work full-time jobs and earn a wage to financially support themselves and their families. However, if an individual suffers a debilitating injury and is no longer able to work, the suffering may be physical and financial. Fortunately, those who are injured...
What’s the Difference Between Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income?
While both Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income provide financial support to individuals with disabilities, they differ significantly in terms of eligibility requirements, funding sources, and payment amounts. SSDI primarily caters to...
What is a Continuing Disability Review?
Unfortunately for those receiving Social Security Disability benefits, the journy doesn't end with approval. The Continuing Disability Review (CDR) process continues to evaluate recipients' ongoing eligibility for years after they’ve been found disabled. The CDR is a...
What not to do when a disability claim is denied
No one expects to suffer a debilitating injury, but one of the few guarantees in life is that accidents are going to happen. What can an individual do when he or she is hurt and can no longer work to earn a living? Those in this situation can apply to receive Social...
What NOT to Say in a Disability Hearing
“My pain is at a 10/10 every day." “My joints hurt constantly.” “I have major panic attacks all the time.” “I never do housework anymore.” “Nothing. I do nothing all day but lay around really.” While these kinds of statements may really feel like the truth, SSA review...
Numbness, Tingling, & Pain: Oh My! (AKA: carpal tunnel syndrome)
An age-old condition (first named in 1854) but a very real problems in modern times as well! With the increasing use of computers, laptops, e-readers, and cell phones, there is no wonder more people are experiencing painful and frustrating problems with the use of...
Getting to Sedentary
In evaluating a disability claim, Social Security adjudicators must determine your residual functional capacity (RFC), that is, the most you can do despite your limitations. The Social Security Administration classifies work exertions as very heavy, heavy, medium,...
Age Categories
In the final step of the disability evaluation process, Social Security Administration must consider your age along with your education, past work experience, and residual functional capacity to see if you can make an adjustment to other work in the national economy. ...
Special Medical-Vocational Exceptions – 55 years of age, limited education, no past work experience
There are certain circumstances that are outlined which result in an award of disability. One is if you are over the age of 55, have no more than an 11th grade education, and no work arising to substantial gainful activity in the previous 15 years, and have at least...
There is a waiting period for SSDI benefits
Every year, thousands of people suffer unfortunate and disabling injuries that prevent them from working and earning a living for themselves and their families. For those who face this scenario, getting Social Security Disability Insurance benefits is of the utmost...
What if I die while waiting for my hearing?
It can take up to two years from the time you file an application for disability to the time when you appear before an Administrative Law Judge at your hearing. Unfortunately, some claimants will pass away before they attend their hearing. So, what happens then? When...
How Does Marijuana Use Effect a Disability Case?
Currently, 38 states allow the use of medical marijuana while 21 have legalized recreational use. Despite the growing acceptance at the state level, marijuana use and possession remains illegal under federal law, complicating how Social Security views cases involving...

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