The entire Social Security Disability process can be quite confusing, so we have broken down parts of it into helpful, easy-to-understand articles.
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Does Autism Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits?The Social Security Administration recognizes autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as a potentially disabling condition that may qualify individuals for benefits.
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Protect Your Disability Benefits: Report Your IncomeTo continue receiving disability benefits, you must report your income including wages, proceeds from self-employment, and any other income
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Beware of a Social Security Scam That Could Grant Full Access to Your Computer to a HackerIf you get an email that says something like ““Your Social Security Statement is now available” do not click on or download the attachment.
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Does Getting Married Affect My SSDI/SSI Case?How marriage might affect your disability claim depends on which disability program you are applying for or have qualified for.
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How Reconsideration Can Impact Your Disability CaseIf your initial application for disability benefits is denied you have the right to appeal. The first level of appeal is reconsideration.
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Early Onset Dementia Can Qualify for Fast Track Social Security DisabilityIn an attempt to address complaints about long wait times, the Social Security Administration has developed the Compassionate Allowances program.
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Social Security Expands Compassionate Allowances ListQualifying for Social Security disability benefits is a long process. But applicants with certain serious life-threatening conditions need quicker decisions.
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What's the Best Way to Apply for Social Security Disability or SSI?If you have a disabling injury or illness which prevents you from maintaining gainful employment, you should apply for disability benefits immediately.
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A Social Security Change Makes it a Little Easier to Qualify for BenefitsThe SSA has agreed that many jobs on its list of occupations are obsolete or nearly so and has modernized the list.
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Be Involved and Improve Your Odds of Winning Disability BenefitsYou can increase the odds of successfully winning benefits by teaming up with a skilled and experienced disability attorney. But a key word here is “team”.
