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The Social Security Administration (SSA) employs claims representatives to help them take and process disability applications, including claims for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). When you apply for these benefits over the phone or at your local Social Security office, you will talk to the claims representative on your case. … Read More »

In general, if you work and earn more than $1,170 per month, you will not qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. Even if you earn less than this amount, working part time during the disability determination process can jeopardize your claim. There are some situations where you can work part time, but not full … Read More »

Medicare and Medicaid may come with your disability benefits, depending on your case. If you qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, you will automatically receive Medicare benefits after a two-year waiting period. Those who also qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) may be eligible for Medicaid benefits without a waiting period.  At the … Read More »

Car accidents are sometimes so devastating that they cause injuries and impairments the victims struggle with for the rest of their lives. Many of these people can no longer perform their previous job duties, forcing them to quit working. They face mounting medical bills and no income. If you cannot work because of your accident … Read More »

Applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits is a lengthy process. The Social Security Administration (SSA) typically takes three to five months to approve a new claim. If your initial claim receives a rejection, an appeal to an administrative law judge can take 12 months or longer. The SSA does, in some cases, offer back … Read More »

An application for Social Security Disability (SSD) is a lengthy and extensive process that involves many steps and many parties reviewing your file. The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses different kinds of evidence to evaluate and decide your disability benefit claim. In order to minimize your wait time for a determination on your application—and to … Read More »

According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), you typically get an initial decision regarding your disability claim within three to five months of filing. However, this figure, they stress, is dependent on a number of factors. Those factors may include how long it takes you to follow up with them on any documentation that they … Read More »

Qualifying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits is an involved and often lengthy process. Many factors come into play in determining an applicant’s eligibility, including medical history, the nature of their impairment, work history, and daily living activities. According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), the average wait time for an initial determination of eligibility … Read More »

Applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits is an extensive process that can take months or even years. The Social Security Administration (SSA) processes applications within three to five months from the date of application. That means that, even if the SSA approves your application, you may still be facing financial hardship and mounting bills … Read More »