Many people file claims for disability benefits through Social Security and wait years for their applications to receive a final decision.  In that time, their conditions may have gotten worse and their financial situations more tenuous.  The day that award letter arrives is cause for celebration.  Unfortunately, not everyone who…

Living with a disability is challenging enough, but when your condition is so debilitating that you cannot work, making ends meet on a limited income may result in a devastating financial burden. Although it is possible to get a loan to cover some of your expenses while you are receiving…

In past articles, we have discussed that the clearest path to determining eligibility for disability benefits through Social Security Administration (SSA) is to meet SSA’s Blue Book listing for your condition. If you have been diagnosed with kidney disease, you can find the Blue Book listing under Genitourinary Disorders. To…

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…

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 physical pain that limits their ability…

Whether there are savings limits on the amount of money you can have in a savings account and remain eligible for benefits through Social Security depends on which kinds of benefits you receive. The Truth About Savings Accounts and SSDI Individuals in the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program receive…

Among the many things that Social Security Administration (SSA) evaluates when determining whether you qualify for disability benefits, the level of skill required in your last job is one of the most important factors. SSA will look to see if there is less demanding work you can do and will,…

According to a recent study conducted by the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 14.4 million Americans suffer from alcoholism. Up until 1996, you could qualify for disability benefits through Social Security Administration (SSA) if you were an alcoholic. Since then, you have to demonstrate that your alcoholism created…

Although millions of Americans receive monthly benefits through the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program every year, the process to obtain those benefits is not easy. Most people’s claims are denied initially. Then how do so many people ultimately obtain benefits? Because of the rigorous and thorough appeals process. The…