Disability Benefits for Adults Who are Disabled Before Age 22

The “adult child” still needs to meet the Social Security’s definition of a disabled adult and must be unmarried, age 18 or older, and have a disability that started before age 22. Normally, to be … Read More

Can I Qualify For SSDI If I Own A Home

Homes and assets that you own or money that you have in the bank does not affect your eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance. Will my eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) be affected … Read More

Can I get Social Security Disability if I am Partially Disabled?

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is not available to those with a temporary disability or partial disability. To be approved for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA), you … Read More

How Alcoholism or Substance Abuse Affects Disability Benefits

Substance or alcohol abuse are major obstacles to receiving disability benefits. It is not uncommon for someone in chronic pain to attempt to self-medicate with illegal or prescription drugs. Substance or alcohol abuse are major … Read More

Getting Seen by the Social Security Doctors

Not going to a social security medical exam can result in a case denial for failure to cooperate. When your claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is being evaluated … Read More

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.

What is a Trial Work Period?

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.

What is Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA)?

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

Will My Social Security Disability Benefits Ever Be Taken Away?

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

Who Decides if I am Disabled?

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