Some people have such debilitating medical conditions that there is no question about whether or not they can work. In some cases, their conditions may be so severe that they qualify for rapid approval when they apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Unfortunately, many applicants have to appeal before they obtain the benefits they need. The Social Security… The post 3 key steps to take when appealing an SSDI benefits denial first appeared on Brod Disability Law ..read more

The vast majority of professionals never need disability benefits. Therefore, most people have limited knowledge about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Many people know that they help fund the program through payroll contributions. They may understand that they can apply for SSDI benefits if they develop medical issues that are so severe they cannot work anymore. While SSDI benefits… The post Don’t make these common mistakes when applying for SSDI first appeared on Brod Disability Law ..read more

If medical issues prevent people from working, they may be eligible for disability benefits. Some people have private disability insurance, but most people do not. Instead, they depend on the social safety net provided by the Social Security Administration (SSA). Should their health decline and prevent them from working, they can apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Those… The post 3 types of evidence that can support SSDI benefits claims first appeared on Brod Disability Law ..read more

When people can no longer work because of medical issues, they are often at risk of financial hardship. It may not take long for them to burn through their savings and end up with major financial obligations. Bills keep accruing even when people lose their ability to pay for their cost-of-living expenses. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are often… The post Who can secure retroactive SSDI benefit payments? first appeared on Brod Disability Law ..read more

People who work to support themselves often become eligible for a variety of benefits. A long work history can help people qualify for several types of Social Security benefits. They may qualify for Social Security retirement benefits once they reach a certain age. They could also qualify for Medicare coverage to help pay their basic medical expenses during their retirement… The post Can part-time or seasonal workers qualify for SSDI benefits? first appeared on Brod Disability Law ..read more

Disability benefits are typically only available to those who cannot work at all. People frequently exhaust their alternate options before seeking disability benefits. Professionals applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits may have been off of work for weeks by the time they apply. They may have emptied their savings accounts or run up their credit card balances. Unfortunately,… The post How long does an SSDI appeal typically take? first appeared on Brod Disability Law ..read more

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are often the last option available for those with disabling medical conditions. Those who haven’t responded to treatment and who don’t have private coverage available may apply for SSDI benefits when they can no longer work. Provided that their condition is severe enough and that they have an adequate work history, they may qualify for monthly payments that can help cover their basic cost-of-living expenses. Unfortunately, quite a few applicants do not receive approval when they apply for benefits but get rejected instead. Many times, small ..read more

Most people only think of applying for Social Security Disability Insurance SSDI benefits after they acquire an injury or medical condition that leaves them incapable of continuing to work. The benefits available through the SSDI program can be a crucial Lifeline for those worried about paying their basic living expenses. Unfortunately, quite a few SSDI applications result in denials rather than benefit approvals. The Social Security Administration (SSA) maintains a very strict standard for disability and rejects the application of anyone who does not meet those standards. Sometimes, people tr ..read more

If you’re a person living with a disability in the United States that impairs your ability to work, you may have access to two primary government support sources: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). It can be easy to mistake one for the other if you pronounce them as abbreviations, but when you spell them out, you can tell they’re quite distinct. Both of these programs provide financial support for individuals living with disabilities. However, they don’t have the same eligibility criteria. If you’re in the process of applying for financial aid ..read more

Working adults contribute funds to the Social Security Administration (SSA) every time they receive a paycheck. Even independent contractors make routine Social Security contributions throughout their working lives. They can then potentially request retirement benefits when they leave their full-time employment later in life. A small percentage of adults may find themselves unable to work before they reach retirement age. Medical challenges can potentially prevent someone from maintaining gainful employment. Those with health issues that directly affect their ability to work a job can sometime ..read more