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Does A Lump Sum Pension Affect SSDI Benefits?
People can be devastated if they find themselves suddenly unable to work or draw disability benefits. Also, if you’ve worked for a company long enough, you’re likely entitled to a
6 Negatives of Getting Social Security Disability
Many disabled people who can’t work or keep a job get help from the government through social security disability benefits. And while it may seem like an attractive program, there
How Do Assets Affect Disability Benefits?
That depends on the disability program for which you are eligible. Social Security is responsible for two disability programs: Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). SSDI
How Long Does It Take to Get Mental Illness Disability?
With the rising number of cases of mental illness, there are also cases of people who cannot work or stay employed due to their mental illness. The good news is
The Complete SSDI Reconsideration Process Explained
For people whose initial application for disability benefits had been denied, there are still some steps they can take to fight the decision. The first of these steps is a
The 4 Phases of the Disability Process Explained
It’s no doubt that getting approved for disability is hard. The SSA uses a rigorous process to evaluate every applicant to make sure that they qualify for the benefits that
How to Effectively Describe Pain to a Disability Judge
The disability hearing requires that you know how to communicate your limitations effectively. This includes symptoms that can be difficult to explain, such as pain. If you’re wondering how to
SSDI Review Process: What to Expect
A Social Security Disability Review, also known as Continuing Disability Review (CDR), can be a scary proposition for people who receive benefits from the Social Security Disability Administration (SSA) because
13 Ways For Proving You Can’t Perform Sedentary Jobs
If the SSA concludes that you have the ability to do sedentary work despite your disability, you may not be eligible for disability benefits. You can do some things to
How Often Does Social Security Do Reviews?
You are required to notify the Social Security Administration (SSA) as soon as your condition has improved to the point where working is feasible, and you are able to return