Anyone who has experienced even moderate back pain knows that it can certainly be debilitating. Despite the fact that a large number of Americans suffer from back pain daily, and many of them are unable to function ideally because the discomfort, it can be quite a...
Month: June 2016
Establishing and protecting a closed period freeze under Title II
The process of filing for and receiving temporary (or closed end) Social Security disability benefits can be long and drawn out. In some cases, the claimant may have a significant delay between the effective date that his or her disability diminished to the point that...
Closed end benefits and mental disabilities
Obtaining temporary Social Security disability benefits for issues related to mental health has a reputation for being a very difficult and uncertain process. However, with proper preparation and an understanding of how the acceptance process works, the odds of having...
How to apply for Social Security disability benefits
This blog recently discussed the appeals process for disability benefits. It is also helpful for disabled individuals to understand the process for applying for disability benefits and what is required when they apply. In general, individuals who are unable to work...
Disabled individuals should be aware of the SSD appeals process
It may be discouraging and even frustrating for disabled individuals who are badly in need of Social Security disability (SSD) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits to have an application for benefits be denied. It is important to keep in mind, however, that...
Understanding disability benefits for children
People may not always understand that the Social Security Administration offers different benefits and options other than retirement benefits that may be helpful to disabled adults and disabled children or other individuals in certain circumstances. In addition to...
Can I receive closed-end disability benefits?
Different types of disability benefits may be available to disabled individuals in different circumstances. Generally, Social Security Disability benefits are available when a disabled individual suffers from a medical condition that prevents them from working....
Social Security disability options for mental conditions
Social Security disability benefits may be available for disabled individuals who suffer from mental conditions; they may be able to receive Social Security disability or Supplemental Security Income. Essentially, qualifying for SSD is based on work history, while SSI...