Author: Clauson

A potential candidate for disability benefits should file for disability benefits as soon as the person becomes disabled. This is a very important point because it can take a long time to process an application for disability benefits; oftentimes, this process can take from three to five months. A candidate can apply online at www.socialsecurity.gov, […]

What are the steps needed to apply for Social Security Disability? What does the application process entail? Do you have a medical and/or mental impairment that has made it difficult for you to work, especially in the past year? Do you have a condition that you think or expect that may prevent you from having […]

There is a major difference between Supplemental Security Income and Disability Insurance Benefits. SSI is meant to provide funding for basic needs such as shelter, clothing, and food for people that are disabled and have little to no income and resources. These monthly benefits are given to people with limited resources that are blind, disabled, […]

Gaining needed access to Social Security benefits is important for every American finding themselves unable to work due to a mental/physical disability. Without the ability to gain these benefits, many Americans find themselves impoverished, which makes their lives even more difficult to sustain while having a serious disability. Generally speaking, you will be either applying […]

People with debilitating diseases may be able to receive Social Security disability benefits. There is an extensive list of disabling diseases and ailments provided by the Social Security Administration, and if a claimant’s condition(s) meet or equal the listings, then they are eligible for SSDI benefits. The SSA listing of impairments is guidelines set by […]

You have children, but you were not married to the other parent at the time the children were born. Can they receive disability benefits? What are the social security rules governing children’s disabilities? Can a parent count children born outside of marriage on the parent record for disability? As it turns out, any of your […]

In some ways, it is easier to apply for Social Security disability Benefits today than it was in the past. Now people can go to the Social Security website and submit the SSD application with a click of the mouse. Although the process of applying may be easier, denial rates for applications have gone up, […]

Taxes are an inevitable part of life. On its own, understanding taxes is complicated enough, but when Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are thrown into the mix, the topic can become even more perplexing. The following is some basic information that will help you understand how your tax refunds may affect your SSDI benefits. […]

Many people who have become disabled and need to collect Social Security benefits are shocked to learn how daunting the process can be in terms of getting what they deserve. With a case that may need to be presented in a hearing and the possibility of filing an application that goes through several rounds of […]

Applying for Social Security disability benefits in North Carolina can seem intimidating — after all, you may be unsure where to start or who to ask for help. Thankfully, there are resources available that can advise you on how to fill out an application, what evidence to attach, and where to go if you have […]