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Knowing the One Year Threshold The analysis of the different types of disabling health conditions and the application process for Social Security begins with the length of time the condition is expected to disable the applicant. The threshold level is that the disabling health condition must persist for at least one year. What Type of […]

Disability does not discriminate! It can strike anyone at any time, without warning. Disabled adults in the United States comprise the largest minority group in the nation. Nearly 70% of disabled adults are not working. Nearly 1/3 of both working and non-working disability recipients live at or below the Federal poverty line. Disability Statistics Compiled […]

Filing for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits can be a long, difficult process. As is the case with any government agency out there, it is important to understand that the Social Security Administration (SSA) seems to run on paperwork and deadlines. As you begin the process, you need to keep in mind that the SSA […]

Social Security disability programs were created by the federal government to provide financial support to disabled individuals. Expert attorneys that work in the Social Security disability area understand what it takes to assist their clients with disability claims. The Social Security Administration has set up a five-step sequential evaluation process that is used to determine […]

Heart disease affects millions of Americans each year, and unfortunately, in many cases, it prevents people from carrying out the tasks that they need to accomplish in everyday life. If heart disease, or coronary artery disease, is stopping you from working and supporting yourself and your family, you may qualify for  Social Security Disability Benefits, […]

The word cancer is one of the most frightening that you can hear from your doctor. Cancer can be a truly devastating disease, so you may assume that you will qualify for Social Security disability benefits. While this is a fair assumption, it’s not always true depending on your circumstances and the type of cancer […]

The definition of “disability” and “disabled” can vary depending on the context. As far as  Social Security disability is concerned, being disabled means that you are unable to work for a year or longer due to your health condition(s). If a person is inflicted with the inability to function at work due to their health, […]

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, […]