Social Security Disability

As you age, your body becomes more prone to injury or illness. Although you can apply for disability benefits through Social Security Administration (SSA) at any age, SSA created special rules for older workers to make it easier for them to obtain disability benefits. These special rules are also known…

In 2018, Social Security Administration (SSA) removed the Blue Book listing for drug addiction and substance abuse. Many people incorrectly believe that drug addiction is only caused by use of illegal substances, but many legal drugs are abused every day, such as alcohol, prescription drugs, nicotine, and caffeine. The most…

If you are receiving disability benefits through Social Security, what happens when you turn 62 depends primarily on which kind of disability benefits you receive. Here, we will explore what happens under the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs. Under ordinary circumstances, you are eligible…

It is possible to collect retirement benefits and qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits concurrently if you meet SSI’s strict financial criteria. Generally, you cannot collect Social Security retirement and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits at the same time. The SSDI program was created to fill in the…

In the United States, approximately 30,000 people suffer from Huntington’s Disease, and another 200,000 are at risk for developing it. Huntington’s is a genetic degenerative disorder that affects the brain and leads, in time, to cognitive decline, decreased coordination, and psychiatric problems. Symptoms become noticeable by the time an affected…

Many people assume that you cannot work if you are receiving Social Security Disability. While that is generally true in most cases, there are some exceptions. If you meet the Social Security Administration’s specific criteria for working while on Social Security Disability, you may still be able to remain employed…

When the COVID crisis was in full-swing in the United States, Social Security Administration (SSA) suspended many of its non-essential functions for a time. One of those involved Continuing Disability Reviews (CDR). CDRs are required to be performed on a set schedule, however, so the suspension has already started to…

Living with back pain is a reality for many Americans. In fact, it is estimated that as much as 80% of the population will suffer from back pain at some point in their lives. Although many are fortunate to recover, others will experience chronic pain that limits their ability to…

Individuals who undergo a kidney transplant are considered disabled for 12 months after surgery. If you have kidney disease and know that you will have to undergo a transplant, contact a trusted Social Security disability attorney as soon as possible to help you with the application for benefits. While it…

Whether there are limits on the amount of money you can have in a savings account and remain eligible for disability benefits through Social Security depends on which kinds of benefits you receive. As long as you have a qualifying disability under the law, your prior work history determines your…