Should I Appeal a Denied Claim or File a New Application?

If your application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is denied, you should appeal as soon as possible. Barbara, in San Diego, California, asks “My SSDI application was denied. Should … Read More

SSDI Claim Denied by Administrative Law Judge

You can either pursue the case to the next level of appeal at the Appeals Council or you can file a brand new social security claim. Jim, in San Diego, California, asks “If a judge … Read More

How Much Time Do I Have to Appeal a Denied SSDI Claim?

You have 60 days to file a reconsideration appeal. Kim, in National City, CA, asks “If my claim for SSDI is denied, how much time do I have to appeal?” If your claim for Social … Read More

Social Security Disability with Asthma

For most people, asthma is controllable by medication, however, for some people, asthma can be a chronic disability. Steve, in San Marcos, California, would like to know if it’s possible to qualify for Social Security … Read More

Selecting a Social Security Disability Attorney

Selecting a good Social Security Disability attorney can be critical to the success of winning your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claim.

Why should I hire a disability attorney?

Social Security Lawyers have knowledge of the rules that regulate Social Security Disability and SSI. Dennis, from El Cajon, California, asks “Why should I hire a disability attorney?” Anyone can apply for Social Security Disability … Read More

Can My Child Get Social Security Disability Benefits?

Children can get Social Security Disability benefits if they meet the eligibility requirements. Deborah, in Chula Vista, California, has a 16-year-old child with a severe disability and wants to know if her child can get … Read More

Why Disability Hearings Include a Vocational Expert and Medical Expert

Medical experts and vocational experts are not there to help you or to hurt you. Tom, in Escondido California, wants to know why there needs to be a vocational expert and medical expert at a … Read More

Does Workers’ Compensation Affect Social Security Disability Benefits?

If you are applying for SSDI or SSI, you will need to provide the Social Security Administration with information about your workers’ compensation benefits. It is very common for someone who is receiving Worker Compensation … Read More

How Is Social Security Financed?

Social Security is financed through a dedicated payroll tax. Employers and employees each pay 6.2 percent of wages up to the taxable maximum of $106,800 (in 2010), while the self-employed pay 12.4 percent.