Both Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) offer cash benefits, paid monthly. Some people believe they must use their disability payments to cover...
In general, both spouses can get Social Security Disability benefits at the same time. However, because the two disability benefits programs have their own qualifications, it may be easier under one program than the other.
It is possible for married couples to both draw Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, providing they...
The Social Security Administration (SSA) publishes strict criteria to qualify for disability benefits based on your diagnosis in the Blue Book. However, you can still qualify for benefits even if you do not meet one of these listings. This is possible based on your residual functional capacity (RFC). Your RFC is a statement of how much you are still capable of despite your impairments.
The examiner from Disability Determination Services assigns your RFC...
You are allowed to have an attorney at all stages of the Social Security Disability (SSD) process. There are many advantages of discussing your claim with an attorney before you file for disability benefits. If you receive a denial of your initial application, you should have a lawyer on your side to help you navigate the appeals process. At Berger and Green,...
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a program offered through the Social Security Administration (SSA) to help those who have a low income and low resources and also suffer from an impairment that prevents them from working. If you need assistance determining if you qualify for these...
