Disability attorneys help their clients apply for benefits like Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Sometimes they help people whose claims have been denied. Of course, they will need to review certain information about your situation in order to give you the best options possible. Everything they review – whether your medical records or work history – is done to help you get the benefits you deserve. Here are five things disability attorneys review and why. #1. They Look at Work Credits and Work History The Social Security Administration (Social ..read more

Every year, more than 870,000 Americans learn they have chronic heart failure. In fact, almost 6 million people in the United States suffer from some form of heart failure. If you currently suffer from a heart condition, you are not alone. At some point, your heart trouble might become a disability that prevents you from working. But does this type of medical condition allow you to qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)? The List of Impairments and Chronic Heart Failure The Social Security Administration (Social Security) has developed a list of diseases and conditions that po ..read more

When you need help because you can no longer work, you might turn to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Managed by the Social Security Administration (Social Security), this program pays monthly benefits to qualified applicants. But the SSDI application process can be challenging to most people. We’ve covered that process in earlier blogs. But revisiting it could shed some new light on the topic. Where Does the SSDI Application Process Start? You can start as soon as you can no longer work. Generally, people apply for SSDI: In person, By telephone, or However, please note ..read more

To most of us, benefits come into our bank accounts. The payments don’t go out. However, sometimes benefit overpayments happen. Receiving too much money from the government seems too good to be true. Unfortunately, it is. The Government’s Response to Benefit Overpayments The Social Security Administration (Social Security) manages both the Social Security Disability Insurance Program (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Once Social Security realizes they have paid you too much, they will send you a notice of overpayment. What happens next could depend on whether you are still getting ..read more

Ruth was a very private person. She didn’t reveal much about her health to anyone, even close friends and family members. They were shocked when Ruth’s condition worsened, and she applied for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Like Ruth, many Americans suffer from hidden disabilities. It’s easy to overlook the following disabilities. #1.  Auditory Conditions Can Be Hidden Disabilities Most people expect to see physical manifestations of someone’s disabilities. Think wheelchair, walkers, and canes. But certain auditory conditions qualify as hidden disabilities. Unless the person ..read more

More than 160,000 people are homeless in California each day. Many are veterans. Some have been homeless for years. We’re not sure of the actual number who are both homeless and disabled. And if they are unable to work because of a disability, they should be eligible for benefits like Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). But how will they apply for and receive their benefits? They Still Need to Meet the Basic Requirements The Social Security Administration (Social Security) maintains both the SSDI and SSI program. They maintain certain re ..read more

Tammy and Bruce were like most young families with children. They both worked outside the home just to make ends meet. But one day, Bruce was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Between his symptoms and his treatments, he could no longer work and help support his family. He applied for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, which Social Security awarded to him. Bruce and Tammy both wondered if family SSDI benefits were a thing. More importantly, could they qualify? Basic Requirements for SSDI Benefits The first hurdle involves your work history. In fact, several requirements refer t ..read more

Millions of people have been stricken by coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. Some people felt better after a few days. Others have been hospitalized for a time but expected to feel better after they were released. Medical professionals are noticing a new phenomenon called long-haul COVID. For some, the condition will be disabling. But will they qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits? COVID-19, Generally The initial symptoms of COVID-19 include: Fever, Chills, Coughing or difficulty breathing, Sore throat, Runny nose or nasal congestion, Extreme fatigue, Muscle and b ..read more

The Social Security Administration pays disability benefits to people with serious medical conditions that prevent them from working. One program that provides these benefits is Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Social Security maintains the Listing of Impairments (Listing), which contains a list of medical conditions that might qualify for SSDI. Section 14 of the Listing is titled, “14.00 Immune System Disorders – Adult.” This article explores 9 of the conditions mentioned. #1.  Lupus An autoimmune disease, lupus causes a person’s immune system to attack healthy tissue instead ..read more

The process for getting government benefits is long and challenging. You’ll probably have to complete multiple forms and submit supporting documents before your claim is approved. At some point, Social Security might ask you to complete an Adult Function Report. It’s essential to understand the purpose of this form before you complete it. Form SSA-3373 a/k/a the Adult Function Report The Social Security Administration (Social Security or SSA) manages programs like Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).  In fact, you will submit forms to Social ..read more