Is there a preferred method of applying for SSDI?

SSA does prefer that you apply online, but either method is just as effective as the other. It may be more important that you choose the method...

It may depend on whether you receive SSDI or SSI benefits. If you receive SSDI benefits then your personal injury settlement will not affect your...

Not sure what to do

In general, depending on when your disability is found to have begun you may or may not receive a lump sum of back benefits. Additionally, there...

UnSemployment and SSI retirement

You can apply for both, however, if you receive unemployment and you apply for disability, certain judges at a disability hearing may look...

There is no rule against receiving unemployment benefits and applying for disability benefits. The issue may arise when you get to the hearing...

Can My SS Disability Income be garnished?

As a general rule SSDI benefits cannot be garnished unless it is the Federal Government for unpaid taxes or student loans that are guaranteed by...

I just turned 65. I have received disability for over 10 years. How do I find out which pays more, disability or retirement?

Social Security benefits, or more specifically SSDI benefits are the same amount as unreduced full retirement social security benefits. If you are...

As a general rule a spouse or their children can only collect disability benefits on the SS record of another if that person is disabled,...

What is the best way to go about gaining SSDI for Bipolar Disorder?

If you feel as though you cannot work on a full time basis at any job then it may be a good idea to apply for disability. One requrement is that...

Is there anyway to tell if a judge approved a ssi disability case

A judge may issue a bench decision on the day of the hearing, but in that case you will know if you are approved because he will tell you. Other...