It is easy to just lump the two critical forms of financial support offered by the Social Security Administration — Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) — together. But these are two distinct forms of financial support with different functions and different qualifications. Social Security Disability Insurance is a system…
The Social Security Disability claims process is governed by a complex set of regulations. Sometimes, changes are made to these rules. Some such changes took effect last week. The changes regard rules on what weight disability officials are to give certain types of evidence when considering a person’s application for SSD benefits. One of…
For those individuals who work hard for their living, a severe injury can prevent them from providing for themselves and their loved one. Fortunately, there are government programs that can assist people who are in these types of situations. One such program is the Social Security Disability Insurance program. This government program provides benefits…
Whatever disability or disorder you suffer from, remember that there is help in the form of social security benefits available to you. Understanding how to apply, where to apply, and why consulting with an attorney during this process is key to making sure you receive the proper benefits. Here are a few facts to…
Did you know that you can apply for social security disability benefits if you have a mental illness and meet the established standards? If you used to work and cannot any more due to your long term and potentially fatal medical condition you may be able to apply for benefits. Mental illness, according to…