Written by Disability Representative and former Examiner, Tim Moore, SSDRC explains how to get disability benefits, as quickly as possible.
How to qualify for a Social Security benefit check To be clear, you don't qualify for a benefit simply because you were born in the United States or have immigrated here and become a citizen. In other words, Social Securityisn't an entitlement benefitthat you're simply given. You have t...
Learn about Social Security Disability (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and whether you might qualify for benefits.
One option is to apply for monthly disability benefits through the Social Security Administration, which also provides retirement benefits to seniors. However, qualifying for Social Security disability benefits can be complicated, and the bar for qualifying is set fairly high. If you think you may c...
Benefits are often referred to as Social Security disability benefits, or SSD benefits. SSD benefits may consist of cash payments and medical coverage. Benefits depend on your financial situation and whether you qualify under the appropriate Social Security Administration regulations. Read more about ...
Social Security is a federal program providing income to retired workers, disabled people and sometimes workers' spouses and dependents. Payroll taxes fund it.
What conditions qualify for disability?You may be eligible for Social Security disability benefits if you:Are considered disabled due to injury, illness, or trauma Have a mental or physical disability expected to last a year or result in death Became disabled after the death of a spouse Are ...
CHECK IF YOU QUALIFY Free Evaluation Form Complete the form to be matched with a local attorney Do you have a disability or medical condition that prevents you from working? YesNo What Is Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and How Is It Different from SSI?
SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY TRUSTS & SPECIAL NEEDS TRUSTS PERSONAL INJURY REAL ESTATE LAW CLASS ACTION LAWSUITS 0 Office Locations 0+ Satisfied Clients Unable to Work? You May Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits Trying to make ends meet when you are unable to work due to illness can be...
You also must have accumulated a certain number of work credits before you can qualify for SSDI disability benefits. How many credits you need to qualify depends on your age when the disability began. What Is a Work Credit? A work credit reflects the amount of time that an applicant has wo...