Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provide financial resources to those who are unable to work due to disability. Following initial approval for SSDI or SSI, the Social Security Administration periodically conducts reviews known as Continuing Disability Reviews. Usually, if an SSDI or SSI recipient’s medical and employment status remains substantially…
Continue reading…Social Security Disability Benefits for Dementia
Dementia is a broad term that encompasses a wide group of symptoms. There are several conditions and diseases that can lead to dementia, with the most common being Alzheimer’s disease. Although most dementia sufferers develop it later in life, it does not solely affect the elderly. Hundreds of thousands of individuals under 65 years old…
Continue reading…Understanding Social Security Disability Appeals
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are available to people who are unable to work due to a disability. Individuals all over the country rely on these benefits to survive. However, countless other disabled people are denied benefits each year despite being unable to work. This can be a devastating result…
Continue reading…Social Security Disability Benefits for Arthritis
Individuals who are unable to work due to a disability may be eligible for Social Security disability benefits. Arthritis is a common medical condition that is often severe enough to impair a person’s ability to work. Thus, it is common for people with arthritis to apply for Social Security disability benefits. One’s eligibility for Social…
Continue reading…Will I Lose My Social Security Disability Benefits If I Have a Job?
Most people who receive Social Security disability benefits are totally unable to work due to disability. However, Social Security disability benefits aren’t just limited to those who can’t work. There are certain circumstances under which a disabled person can hold a job and receive Social Security disability benefits. Below is an overview of working while…
Continue reading…How to Determine Your Eligibility for Social Security Disability Benefits
Individuals with disabilities are often unable to work, making it nearly impossible for them to pay for life’s basic necessities. Fortunately, however, individuals who meet certain requirements may be eligible for Social Security disability benefits. If you are unable to work due to a disability, please review the information below on determining your eligibility for…
Continue reading…An Overview of SSI and SSDI in Texas
If you suffer from a disability, you may be entitled to Social Security Disability Insurance (“SSDI”) or Supplemental Security Income (“SSI”). Both options offer financial assistance to individuals who suffer from specific medical conditions. Below is an overview of these two programs. If you are a Texas resident who suffers from a disability, please contact…
Continue reading…Why Was My SSDI Claim Denied?
Although many people apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (“SSDI”) each year, most claims are denied at the initial stage of the SSDI process. Often, the reasons for denial have little to do with an applicant’s need for SSDI. Rather, many denials are based on common procedural errors. If you suffer from a medical condition…
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