Qualifying for Social Security disability (SSD) benefits requires, in part, that the disabled person be unable to work to support him or herself. However, it doesn’t mean that the person is unable to work at all. Even after you have qualified for disability benefits, you may be able to work to earn traditional income and… Read More

Any injury sustained doing work-related tasks while on the clock are eligible for compensation. You can qualify for disability benefits if your job-related injury or illness limits your capacity to work. There are four categories of disabilities covered by workers’ compensation benefits: Temporary Total Disability (TTD) Permanent Total Disability (PTD) Temporary Partial Disability (TPD) Permanent… Read More

Applicants often ask, “how long does it take to get disability in California?” The time SSA takes to start your disability benefits depends on many factors, including your disability, work history, and whether you have a Social Security lawyer. When you suffer from a disability, your future is uncertain. Your disability must prevent you from… Read More

Qualifying for Social Security disability (SSD) benefits requires, in part, that the disabled person be unable to work to support him or herself. However, it doesn’t mean that the person is unable to work at all. Even after you have qualified for disability benefits, you may be able to work to earn traditional income and… Read More

Many people receiving Social Security Disability benefits (SSDI) wonder, “Are disability benefits taxable?” The answer to “Is SSDI taxable?” depends on other household income. Take a closer look at federal and California state regulations for Social Security taxes 2023 to learn how a California SSD lawyer can help. Many people don’t pay taxes on SSDI… Read More

You might know that qualifying for Social Security disability benefits requires a physical or mental health condition that leaves you unable to work, but did you know that eligibility also depends on non-medical disability requirements? These non-medical disability requirements vary depending on whether you’re applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income… Read More

While it is not a mandatory requirement, you have the right to legal counsel when dealing with Social Security Administration (SSA). Evidence suggests that having a qualified counsel can increase your chances of receiving benefits from the two SSA-run programs: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). An advocate or lawyer can… Read More

Social Security’s Disability Insurance Benefits are federally funded and administered by the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). If you have been employed long enough and suffer from a physical condition that prohibits you from performing your tasks for at least one year or is projected to result in death, Social Security will pay disability payments… Read More

A significant personal injury settlement may have an immediate impact on SSI benefits, but in general, SSDI benefits are unaffected by big personal injury settlements. Benefits for SSDI and SSI are managed by Social Security Administration (SSA). However, the SSI benefits may be reduced or lost as a result of a settlement payment, as SSI… Read More

Cancer is a word that we hear more and more each day. Finding out that you or your loved one has been diagnosed with cancer is devastating not only for the patient but for their families too. It is extremely distressing emotionally, physically and financially, to say the least. Many people are unaware that certain… Read More