Social Security:
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Can I Receive Workers’ Compensation Benefits and Social Security Disability Benefits At The Same Time? How do I carefully maximize both?
Yes. If you have had a significant work injury, which, by itself or in combination with another non-work related disability, causes a physical or mental impairment that will likely … [Read more]
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Types of Social Security Benefits Available to Disabled Individuals
There are several types of Social Security Benefits available to individuals deemed “disabled” under the Social Security Act. The most common are as follows:
Social Security Disability Benefits (RSDI or … [Read more]
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Who Can Receive Social Security Disability Benefits and Supplemental Income Benefits
To qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits (RSDI), you must be under retirement age and be found disabled. You must also have earned the minimum number of credits, or quarters, … [Read more]
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Who is Disabled Under the Social Security Act
The Social Security Act defines a disabled individual as a person unable to “engage in any substantial gainful activity” due to a physical or mental impairment that has lasted or … [Read more]
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How to Apply for Social Security Benefits
There are two ways you can begin the application process for Social Security Benefits. You can apply by going to the Social Security website at www.ssa.gov and completing an application … [Read more]
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What the Social Security Application Requires
The application requires you to provide personal information regarding your address, age, marital status, and children, and requests various documents and background information about your work history and your medical … [Read more]
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What Happens After A Social Security Application Is Filed
After receiving your application, your claim is sent to a disability examiner at the Disability Determination agency in your state. Social Security will write to your medical providers and obtain … [Read more]
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How Long It Takes To Receive A Social Security Determination
Once you have applied for Social Security disability benefits, in most cases, Social Security will make their determination within four months. If you have been denied and ask for a … [Read more]
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How to File a Social Security Appeal If Benefits are Denied
Generally, you have 60 days from the date of the letter informing you of Social Security’s decision. Social Security will assume that you received the letter 5 days from the … [Read more]
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What Happens at a Social Security Hearing?
Hearings before Administrative Law Judge’s (“ALJ’s”) are informal and the only people present are the claimant, his or her attorney if they are represented, the Judge, a court reporter who … [Read more]
