How to Calculate Social Security Credits, Formerly Quarters of Coverage
The Social Security Administration (SSA) determines who is eligible to collect benefits using a credits system, determining whether you have met the minimum work requirements…
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Lies and Truths About Waste and the Growth of Social Security Disability
In Myth #4 we focused on the rhetoric that Social Security disability claims were soaring, and sought to evaluate the sensational assertions using facts that…
Long Waits for Social Security Disability Hearing Decisions
Are you currently awaiting a Social Security Disability hearing decision? Has it been months since you asked for a hearing? You are not alone. There…
Is Sleep Apnea a Disability?
Is sleep apnea a disability? Sometimes the guidelines regarding whether you qualify for SSI or SSDI can be confusing. Some disabilities, Sleep Apnea, for instance,…
How are PTSD and Disability-Related for Social Security?
If you are suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), you may be wondering how PTSD and Disability are related to Social Security. Will you be…
What to Look for in a Great Disability Lawyer
Have you submitted a disability benefits claim and are waiting to hear whether or not it’s been approved? Unfortunately, the odds are stacked against you….
5 Mistakes to Avoid Preparing for Your Social Security Disability Appeal
Filing for social security benefits can be a daunting task. Making it more daunting is the high probability you will get denied. Preliminary claims have…
7 Possible Reasons You Were Denied Disability
Just over 30% of people who file for disability benefits get their claims successfully approved. The rest of the applications are all denied disability for a…
Do You Qualify for Disability? 5 Ways You Can Tell
The 40 million Americans who have a disability are often unable to work. Fortunately, those with disabilities can receive assistance through Social Security Disability programs. Disabled Americans may either…
What is Presumptive Disability in SSDI Claims and How Does it Work?
For those who have few assets, a low income and are disabled or blind, Social Security Income is a benefit paid monthly that can help…
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