Social security disability benefits can provide you with the support you need to focus exclusively on your recovery. However, if the SSA denies your claim, what comes next? Knowing your options might help you identify a solution before you dismiss the hope of...
If you have a disability that prevents you from working your normal job, you may be wondering what your options are. If you have worked and contributed to Social Security, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. These benefits pay out...
When you file a claim for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, there will be many forms to fill out. One of these is the Function Report. What is the purpose of this form and what kind of information does the Social Security Administration (SSA) ask you to...
The pain is intense, whether it is throbbing, stabbing or pounding, and you know that the constant and what seems like never-ending head pain may take a while to dissipate. For you, this is a continuous cycle of prescription medication, over-the-counter drugs and...
Social Security Disability benefits pay only to people who have a disability under the Social Security Administration's definition. The SSA defines disability as something that prevents you from working and will last for at least a year. Under this definition, it may...
Were one to ask people in Florida what sorts of conditions might qualify one to receive Social Security Disability benefits, most responses would focus on injuries and ailments that have physical manifestations. Indeed, one might assume that "disability" refers only...
Parkinson's disease is a disorder of the nervous system that causes the breakdown of certain nerve cells in the brain. When the breakdown affects cells that produce the brain chemical dopamine, symptoms of Parkinson's develop. Dopamine is a chemical that facilitates...
You have the right to appeal if you receive a denial when you apply for Social Security disability income. Many individuals who initially do not receive benefits are able to receive approval in an appeal. If you face this situation, follow this process to request that...
The Social Security Administration handles more than just disability and regular retirement payouts. In fact, Social Security is in charge of many different programs. Understanding the difference between the programs is key to getting through the application process....
A claim for Social Security Disability Insurance in Florida could result in a denial if an applicant's inability to work will not last more than 12 months. To qualify, an individual must have a condition that either will not improve within a year or that will result...
