Getting ready to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits but aren’t sure you have all the proper documents? The disability application process can be a little intimidating if you’ve never done it before, and ensuring that you provide adequate evidence of your disability is crucial to getting approved the first time. Find out more about the documents needed for Social Security disability with this guide from Social Security Disability Advocates USA.  Personal Information & Family Details The beginning of the SSDI application will ask for basic personal informati ..read more

Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits has a reputation for being a difficult process, but do you really need a lawyer in order to successfully get approved for benefits? While there’s no requirement to have your application reviewed by a Social Security disability attorney, there are a few major reasons why you might want to consider it. Learn more about the advantages of consulting a disability benefits lawyer from Social Security Disability Advocates USA.  #1: They Can Determine Which Programs You May Be Eligible For Before you even start filling out an appl ..read more

According to the National Safety Council (NSC), there were 4.64 million work-related medically consulted injuries in 2019. In addition, 4,572 workers died on the job from a preventable injury. In spite of increased awareness surrounding workplace safety, 2019 was the second consecutive year that preventable workplace deaths increased by 2%.  For many workers, getting injured at work is an unfortunate setback, but many go on to make a full recovery and get back to their livelihoods. For others, though, suffering a workplace injury may mean a long-term rehabilitation process or even perman ..read more

Before you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, one of the many considerations you’ll need to make is whether disability benefits alone will provide you with enough financial support. The maximum disability benefit amount you can receive each month (as of 2021) is $3,148. However, the average beneficiary will receive somewhere closer to $1,277 per month. Of course, qualifying for SSDI benefits is contingent upon proving that you have a disabling condition which prevents you from making substantial income. But just because you are receiving disability benefits doesn ..read more

Whether retirement is only a few years away or you’re a younger disabled worker planning for the future, understanding the impacts of receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is important. Find out what you need to know about disability and retirement, plus tips for managing your benefits, from the Social Security disability lawyers at SSDA USA. What’s The Difference Between Disability and Retirement? First up, let’s talk about the difference between disability and retirement benefits. Both are administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA), and both are programs designe ..read more

Every year, millions of people apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), a program that provides monthly benefits to disabled beneficiaries and their families. If you or a loved one is suffering from a mental disorder that keeps you from working, you may be wondering if the Social Security Administration (SSA) will consider your mental disorder a disability or not. While not everyone who applies will qualify for SSDI benefits, many people diagnosed with mental health disorders may be eligible.  If you’re thinking of applying for disability benefits, the SSA blue book is a go ..read more

According to the National Center for PTSD, as many as eight million Americans may be struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) during any given year. PTSD is a complex mental health condition and may sometimes be complicated by conditions like traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) or pre-existing depression and anxiety.  Getting a diagnosis and managing symptoms can be difficult. When PTSD becomes chronic and debilitating, sufferers may be unable to hold down a job, maintain relationships, or care for themselves. In cases like these, it is possible to qualify for SSDI. Find out mor ..read more

It can take months (or even years) to qualify for and begin receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. After completing the waiting period, filling out your application, and appealing a denied claim, you’d think your benefits would be locked in. What many people don’t realize is that even those who have been approved for SSDI benefits may be subject to a recurring Continuing Disability Review (CDR).  In this blog, Social Security Disability Advocates USA explains what this Social Security Administration (SSA) requirement is and how to make sure you don’t lose your be ..read more

When it comes to disability benefits and unemployment, these two kinds of payments may seem inherently at odds with each other. After all, to qualify for disability payments, you must have a demonstrated condition that prevents you from working. At the same time, in order to obtain unemployment, you must generally meet the condition of being actively engaged in seeking full-time work. In many situations, you won’t be able to qualify for both disability payments and unemployment benefits at the same time. But there are specific circumstances under which beneficiaries may be entitled to both—an ..read more

The Social Security disability application process can seem to go on forever when you’re awaiting a decision. In addition, trying to track down your Social Security disability claim status can be downright confusing if you don’t know where to look. Find out how to check on an SSDI claim application status at every step of the process with this guide from Social Security Disability Advocates USA.  Checking Your Application Status After Applying for SSDI If this is your first time applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, you may be wondering how long it will take ..read more