The waiting period (orelimination period) for long-term disability benefits is usually 90 to 180 days. This means that benefits are not payable until you have been continuously out of work for that number of days due to your disabling condition. Nick’s Tips: You can obtain a copy of your...
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The World Health Organization says that depression is the leading cause of ill health and disability worldwide, affecting 350 million people. The National Institute of Mental Health reports seven percent of Americans experiencing depression in a year. So depression is super common, yet in my experie...
Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be a complex and overwhelming process. However, if you reside in South Carolina and find yourself unable to work due to a disability, SSDI can provide financial assistance and essential support. This article will guide you through the s...
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What is the availability of mental health therapists or crisis counselors? What is the caseload of disability services? How often do students usually meet with a disability services professional? “We encourage families to call and interview the disabilities office,” Wolf says. U...
This guide is for those denied disability insurance benefits who want to appeal the denial without hiring a lawyer. Whether your initial application was rejected or your insurer terminated your benefits after paying for some time, the appeal process is the same, and the same strategies apply. So...
When you apply for a life insurance policy, you’ll have to take a medical exam. During this exam, you’ll be asked questions about your family history, medical history, lifestyle, and smoking and alcohol usage. The person administering the exam will measure your height, weight, pulse, and...
Start by simply explaining to the appropriate HR representative that you have “a disability” and would like to request an accommodation. They may not request any more information, but they do have the right to ask for medical documentation to verify your condition. Depending on the size and ...
you can apply either for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits, which require that you have previously worked and earned sufficient work credits. Or you may choose to apply for Supplemental Security Income, which does not require you to have earned any work credits as long as you meet in...