
Does Social Security Always Deny Initial Disability Applications?
It is a common myth that the Social Security Administration (SSA) automatically denies all first-time applicants for Disability benefits.
It is a common myth that the Social Security Administration (SSA) automatically denies all first-time applicants for Disability benefits.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a “Trial Work Period” to encourage individuals who are receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits to try and return to work.
Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) is work that earns a claimant over a certain amount of money. When applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), your Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) is … Read More
If you are able to return to work, your Social Security Disability benefits may be discontinued. If you qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) you may be able to … Read More
After reviewing your application, the SSA will send it to the Disability Determination Services office in your state. If you feel that you have a disability that prevents you from working, you can apply for … Read More
The more specialized your doctor is, the more weight will be given to that doctor’s opinions. The Social Security examiners and administrative law judges give considerable weight to the information provided by your doctors and … Read More
You can file a Disability Appeal online or in person at your local Social Security Administration office. The majority of people who file a claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income … Read More
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims can be approved in as little as a few months, or they can take 2 years or more. A lot of it depends on … Read More
A disability attorney will receive 25% of your back pay as a fee for representing your case. You need Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and you know that the chances … Read More
You will be given the opportunity to tell your story to an experienced judge. Your Social Security Disability claim was denied and now, after waiting over a year, you are getting ready to have a … Read More