Social Security Disability - Page 2

Updated August 9, 2024 Applying for, or simply trying to understand, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can be daunting for many. While both programs are federally administered by the Social Security Administration, ensuring a consistent framework across the United States, notable state-level variations exist, particularly in how Supplemental Security Income benefits are supplemented. 

Updated August 9, 2024 A permanent disability is considered to be any physical or mental limitation that impairs a person’s ability to work or carry out their daily tasks. People with permanent disabilities can apply for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits that provide income if they cannot earn a living. Before receiving these monthly payments, they must satisfy the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) definition of a qualifying disability. A Pittsburgh...

Updated June 21, 2024 Before you can receive Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits in Pittsburgh, you must prove you are medically and financially eligible for monthly payments. To do so, you must fill out the appropriate applications and supply the Social Security...

Updated June 21, 2024

Before the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) disability examiners determine if your health impairments are severe enough to prevent you from working, they ensure you qualify based on a list of technical criteria. They deny many applications during this process because the applicants are not eligible for...

Updated June 21, 2024 The maximum lawyer fee for Social Security Disability is determined by the Social Security Administration (SSA), which must approve all fee agreements in advance. Their criteria for approval include: That...