Social Security Disability Insurance

What is a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)? How does it affect my SSDI?

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are two programs implemented by the Social Security Administration (SSA) designed to provide financial relief to individuals who are disabled. SSI is also recoverable by those who are blind …

Return Disability Overpayments or Else

The Social Security Administration currently operates two disability programs that provide financial benefits to those who are blind, disabled, and who meet certain criteria: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

Both SSDI and SSI payments are …

How much are Social Security disability payments?

Social Security disability payments are not standard across the board. Social Security disability pays different individuals different amounts depending on a number of factors, like the type of benefits the individual is receiving. Social Security pays Social Security Disability …

How does SSA determine extent of disability?

In order to determine whether an individual is eligible for disability benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will determine whether the individual is disabled and will determine the extent of disability, i.e. to determine if the individual is capable …

How to Choose a Social Security Disability Lawyer

A Social Security disability lawyer can help you file a successful disability claim. There are several benefits to hiring an attorney. A complex labyrinth of rules and regulations governs the Social Security Administration’s disability benefits programs, and these can …

Social Security Benefits for TBI

When a person has a disability, a disabling condition, or is the victim of an accident that renders her disabled, the Social Security Administration (SSA) may provide disability benefits in the form of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or …

Compassionate Allowances and How They’re Determined

If you or a loved one has a disability that is severe enough to require immediate medical and financial attention, you may qualify for the Compassionate Allowances (CAL) program through the Social Security Administration.

If you are suffering from a …

Your Pension May Impact SSDI Benefits

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are benefits paid to those who have a disability and who have paid Social Security taxes. SSDI can be a great resource for those who need extra financial support to aid them with …

Social Security Disability Benefits, SSDI timeline

When applying for Social Security disability benefits, knowing exactly how long your claim will take to process is difficult — if not impossible. Some cases take as little as 30 days, while other cases may take years. Regardless of …

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