Many times when a Social Security Disability (SSD) claim is approved, an Alabama judge will also order a Continuing Disability Review, also known as a CDR. Some illnesses for which claimant's apply for disability can have significant improvement with the correct...
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What is the difference in SSI and SSD benefits?
Many may think that Supplemental Social Security Income and Social Security Disability benefits are one and the same. However, they are two separate Social Security programs with differing purposes and qualifying criteria.Supplemental Social Security Income, also...
Disabled Widow’s Benefits
A disabled widow's benefit is paid to the disabled spouse of a deceased worker who had earned enough Social Security credits. In order to receive disabled widow's benefits, the widow (or widower) must meet the following requirements:1. The disabled widow must...
Do you qualify for disability benefits?
At some point, everyone experiences an illness or injury that puts them on the sidelines for a few days or weeks. A bad flu, surgery or traumatic health event may require hospitalization and a long recovery before you are feeling fit enough to get back to work and...
What Is a “Closed Period” In a Social Security Disability Case?
Most people who apply for Social Security Disability are alleging that they are disabled and will continue to be unable to work for an indefinite amount of time. However, here in Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi, it is not uncommon for a Social Security disability...
Can Veterans draw Social Security Disability benefits for PTSD?
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, commonly known as PTSD, can severely affect military veterans upon return to civilian life. Symptoms can become severe, to the point of hindering a person from being able to function normally in society or hold down a full-time job....
Holidays can be Difficult for Those Filing for Disability
The holidays can be especially taxing for those without income. Many already struggle with providing every day food and medications for themselves or loved ones. With the holidays, comes a time, when family and friends, especially children, expect gifts that some just...
Can I receive worker’s compensation & Social Security Disability?
Though there has been much discussion of this topic over the years, the answer is yes. A claimant may draw both Worker's Compensation, as well as Social Security Disability benefits simultaneously. However, there are some restrictions, and laws differ by state.While...
Making the Switch from Social Security Disability to Social Security Retirement
Once you have applied for your Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB) and have been found disabled, you will begin to receive your disability benefits. Many people wonder about the process of switching from disability benefits to retirement benefits once they hit...
Why do I need a Social Security Disability attorney?
While Social Security Disability claimants are entitled to represent themselves in a disability adjudication hearing, it may not always be the best option for several reasons.First, disability hearings contain a lot of legal jargon, much of which a claimant without...