As most people know, getting approved for Social Security Disability and SSI benefits is difficult. The requirements are tougher than State Disability, Workers Compensation, and many other disability plans. Over half of applicants are denied benefits initially, and...
Social Security Disability Benefits
You may be able to get more out of your benefits
Many people want to know how they can increase the amount of money they receive from the Social Security Administration (SSA) for their disability benefits. In many cases, there's nothing that can be done to increase the benefits, but in some cases, there are some...
What are some tips for living with a disability?
Living with a disability isn't easy, and it can take a serious toll on your mind. Fortunately, many people have been through what you're going through now and are there to help. There are some wonderful tips and some great advice on how to address the emotions that...
New savings account allows the disabled to save without risk
One type of savings account that you may not have heard of in the past is called an ABLE account. This account is very important for the disabled. Why? It allows you to save funds beyond what you'd normally be able to have and still qualify for benefits.ABLE accounts...
Social Security Disability’s Listing of Impairments
If you're suffering from a disability that is hindering your ability to work, you may be interested in filing for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits.If you're like most people, however, you don't really know what the Social Security Administration (SSA)...
Get the benefits you need with Social Security Disability
Living with a disability is hard enough, but when you can't work, that means you also have to figure out how to afford your life. The good news is that there are several programs in place to help you, with Social Security Disability (SSD) being one of the major...
Additional benefits may be available to those on disability
If you suffer an injury and cannot return to work, one of the options you have is seeking Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. SSD is designed to help people who cannot go back to work due to a permanent disability that is expected to last at least one year. It...
When can you apply for Social Security Disability?
If you are disabled, one of the things that you should apply for is Social Security Disability (SSD). Social Security Disability benefits provide you with an income when you cannot work due to an injury that you have suffered.Many people who end up on Social Security...
Why multiple assessments are needed to determine disability
The amount of Social Security Disability benefits a person is eligible to receive depends in part on how much their ability to function has been impacted by their injury or illness There are a number of tests that can be used to assess people's work-related functions...
Study: Contingent workers less likely to seek disability benefits
Contingent workers make up an ever-increasing portion of the American workforce. These include independent contractors with advanced degrees who work for a variety of clients over their career rather than as an employee with one company. They also include people who...