The road to approval for a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim can be filled with a lot of hurdles – and many applicants are forced to appeal their claims all the way to a hearing with an administrative law judge (ALJ). Given that the average time span...

Back injuries can be completely debilitating, affecting every aspect of your daily life to the point where it is impossible to work – but can you get Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits for it? Generally speaking, you can get SSD benefits for a back injury, but...

Losing wages due to disability can be financially devastating and emotionally distressing. If this happens, potentially the most viable way out is to claim your SSDI benefits. Unfortunately, the Social Security Administration (SSA) denies many disability claims,...

Not everyone with a disabling medical condition qualifies for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. People have to have conditions that are so severe they cannot work at all for at least a year, and they generally also need a lengthy work history. When...

A long-term or terminal condition can be emotionally and financially draining. If your condition meets the Social Security Administration’s criteria for a disability, you may be eligible for SSD benefits.  However, it is not uncommon for a seemingly valid disability...

The Social Security Act (SSA) includes provisions for younger Americans who cannot work for various reasons.  Suppose you sustain debilitating injuries that result in a permanent disability. In that case, you may wonder if you qualify for Social Security benefits. If...

Most people associate dementia with old age. However, this is not entirely the case. Dementia is actually an umbrella term that describes disorders and conditions characterized by loss of central nervous function. Dementia is one of the leading causes of cognitive...

Many Americans apply for Social Security Disability benefits after developing a medical condition or suffering an injury that prevents them from working. These benefits can greatly help people sustain themselves and their families. However, applicants are often denied...

Qualifying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits isn't easy. In fact, the process has a reputation for being incredibly difficult. Many qualified applicants have to appeal to get benefits, and some people never apply because they have heard rumors...

A lot of industries are struggling right now. Inflation, supply chain interruptions and problems with finding a steady labor force are causing all kinds of havoc, and a lot of businesses are scaling back or closing. You aren’t surprised, then, when you’re laid off or...