What is the Disability Determination Process?

There are many different diseases and ailments that may prevent Oklahoma residents from finding and keeping wage-earning jobs. The Social Security Administration offers a multitude of guidance on how different disorders and injuries may be assessed with regard to whether they amount to disabilities for the purposes of permitting benefits. However, the Disability Determination…

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Some benefits can reduce Social Security disability payments

If an Oklahoma resident cannot work due to a disabling illness or injury, then they may seek the support of benefits programs like those offered by the Social Security Administration. Depending upon the nature of their ailments and their need, however, they may also receive compensation from others sources. Individuals who receive certain benefits…

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3 mistakes to avoid when applying for SSDI benefits

The application process for Social Security Disability Insurance can be complex and stressful at times. Trying to figure out all the documents and bureaucracy can be frustrating. You may feel distraught and even tempted to give up.  Due to the complexity of the SSDI application process, you may make some errors when filling out your…

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What is a continuing disability review?

Individuals who frequently read the posts on this Oklahoma disability benefits blog may know that in order to qualify for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration a person’s impairment must be expected to last for at least 12 months. This means that short-term illnesses and injuries are generally not covered by the organization’s…

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How to deal with an SSDI denial

The application process for disability benefits can be long and complicated, and you may need to strategize ways to survive while your application is pending. Thus, having this process culminate in denial can be discouraging. It is important to keep in mind that, although disappointing, a denial is not the end of the road….

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