Category: Social Security Disability

A Guide to the Social Security Disability Application Process

Social Security Disability / May 21, 2018

Although it is possible to navigate the social security disability application process alone, many choose to hire a lawyer to help guide the process. You can engage an attorney at any stage of the process but early is most beneficial. Here is how hiring a disability lawyer can help increase the odds of winning a case, by building a stronger case from the beginnin

What to Expect in the Disability Process

Social Security Disability / Jan 17, 2018

Complete an application for disability. The information that is most important for filing your claim: medical facilities where you have had treatment—particularly since you stopped working your work history your reports and your family or friends report about how your disability affects you.

Qualifying for Social Security Benefits

Social Security Disability / Jan 17, 2018

In order to be eligible for disability benefits, you must not be working at a level where you are earning substantial gainful activity. This means you are not earning over $1090/month in gross earnings. Ideally, in order to qualify for benefits you would not be working or are working and earning a very minimal amount. You must prove that you have been unable to work for 12 months or that your disability will prevent you from working for 12 months.

Unable to work at age 50 or older

Social Security Disability / Jan 17, 2018

The Social Security Disability rules change in your favor after the age of 50, and again at the age of 55. If you have a physical disability or a combination of physical and mental disabilities that prevents you from working a job that requires you to be on your feet most of the day, then you may be eligible for benefits through Social Security.

Social Security Disability FAQs

Social Security Disability / Jan 17, 2018

Most initial determinations are made between 3-4 months after you submit your completed application. If you are denied as a result of the initial determination, then you can file a request for reconsideration and SSA will reconsider your claim. On average that decision takes about 3-4 months.