Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits protect working adults from abject poverty after an injury or an illness. Workers contribute towards Social Security with every paycheck they receive and can eventually make a claim based on those contributions for retirement...
Social Security Disability
My SSD claim was just denied: What do I do next?
If you have developed an illness or sustained an injury that has left you unable to work for at least 12 months, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. Since its inception, SSD has become an invaluable resource for millions of injured or...
Why getting SSD benefits when you have MS can be a challenge
A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) can be devastating. However, no two people with MS experience it precisely the same way. It is a progressive, chronic disease. However, most people diagnosed with it have what is called “relapsing-remitting” MS – at least...
How long does a disability need to last for SSD?
One qualifying condition for a disability, under the definition provided by the Social Security Administration, is duration. You could be entirely disabled for a week, and you're not going to qualify for benefits through the SSA. This is seen as a short-term injury,...
Do back problems qualify for Social Security Disability benefits?
The modern lifestyle is part of the reason so many people suffer back problems. It involves actions your body is not built for, which end up damaging your back. These include sitting for hours at a desk or in a car, hunching over a phone screen, walking in high heels,...
How often will your disability case be reviewed?
People who apply for disability payments through the Social Security Administration are likely overjoyed when they receive their award notice. This means they’ll finally get the help they need. One thing that they need to pay close attention to is when they can expect...
Why was your Social Security Disability claim denied?
For many Americans injured and unable to work, disability benefits are their lifeline. Having your disability claim denied by the Social Security Administration may be heartbreaking, especially if you think you deserve the benefits. You are not alone. Statistics show...
Do you qualify for the compassionate allowances program?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) often takes its time in processing disability benefits applications. Many applicants don't have their request for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits approved on the first attempt and may ultimately have to appeal their...
Yes, it’s possible to get Social Security Disability with asthma
If you live with asthma or have asthma that has developed as a result of exposure to fumes, chemicals or other triggers in the workplace or elsewhere, you should know that you may be able to seek Social Security Disability benefits if your condition is so serious that...
Do heart problems qualify for Social Security Disability?
You are rushed into the hospital after collapsing. Doctors tell you that you had a heart attack and need to rest. When you get out and talk to your general practitioner, he says you need to make some significant lifestyle changes and should think about quitting your...