Substantially Gainful Activity Explained, and Examples
Social Security Disability benefits are predicated on whether or not you can perform Substantially Gainful Activity (SGA), so it makes sense that a disability blog should define that a bit better and provide examples. Defining Substantially Gainful Activity (SGA) Social Security bases their definition of disability on your ability to work (or perform tasks like working)…
If Your SSI Was Denied Will Your SSDI be Denied Too?
SSI and SSDI are both programs for supporting people who have disabilities that stop them from being able to work. However, the program that works best for you will be dependent upon a couple of different factors. If we break this down a little further, we can fully address the main question: If your SSI…
Here’s What You Should Do Now That You’ve Filed Your Social Security Disability Claim
You’ve filed for Social Security Disability (or SSI) because you’re unable to work due to an injury or illness. Great job! But now what can you do to set yourself up of the best possible chance of success? Here are four things to do for anyone who has filed a social security disability claim….
How Much Does A Social Security Disability Lawyer Cost in Spokane, WA?
For some, the concern about the cost of a great Social Security disability lawyer stops them from ever even picking up the phone to find out. We would all love to have the best disability attorney that money can buy, right! But, we all remember that line, “you get what you pay for…” Would you…
5 Reasons Social Security Denied Your Disability Claim When Your Doctor Said You Were Disabled
If you’re wondering why Social Security denied your disability when your doctor soundly believed that your ailments were disabled…you’re not alone! That may offer some relief, but now that you’ve been denied (or were denied some time ago), you need to get ready to take another look at your application for social security disability. …
The 9 Most Common Reasons SSI Denied You and What You Should Do About it!
One thing we’ve covered many times at this point is that when you apply for SSI, or SSDI & Veterans service-connected disability benefits – you are very likely to be denied the first time. You can certainly optimize your chances of success by working with a disability lawyer or advocate upfront. But even when you…
How to Choose a Social Security Lawyer in Spokane
If you’re looking for a Social Security Lawyer in Spokane, WA or northern Idaho here’s a checklist of five things to consider. Are they actually located in Spokane? Are they Connected to the Community of Spokane? Do they Help You to Understand Your Social Security Claim? Are they an Expert Are they Approachable? Are they…
Is Social Security the Same As Disability?
Social Security, disability, SSI, & SSDI get confused a lot. Unless you spend your time working with these terms, it is hard to make sense of which program is for which need. Here’s a short description of Social Security and Disability benefits. Social Security & SSI Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a program through…
7 Important Questions about PTSD and Social Security Disability Claims
You bet it does! Though it comes down to the severity and how PTSD presents on a daily basis. We’ve covered the chances of you getting a successful claim through the initial filing process before, and I suspect that some of the reason this question gets asked is that it seems mental health challenges are often…
When is it Too Late to Hire a Disability Attorney?
Are you the type of person that likes to figure out how everything works? The type of person that seeks to try to first figure things out on your own? If so, you are not alone. A lot of (future) clients tend to work through the disability process on their own.. at first. You will…
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