A person filing for disability in Massachusetts will typically stand a 30 percent chance of being awarded benefits, but the odds can be improved significantly if the case is handled properly and common mistakes are avoided.
Generally, you may file for Social Security Disability if--- 1. You are insured for Social Security benefits (through your work activity over the years). 2. And if you have been unable to engage in work activity that is substantially gainful for the past twelve months (or you expect ...
There are two ways to win a disability claim. One is pretty straightforward and the other can be a little more complicated.You can receive approval for disability benefits by:Proving that you meet one of the SSA’s “Listings” of impairments, which automatically qualifies you as “disabled" ...