More than a decade from retirement, you suddenly suffer a serious medical situation that likely prevents you from working for a long time and maybe even for the rest of your life. Your situation represents a prime example of when a person should seek Social Security...
Mental disorders, too, can qualify you for SSDI benefits
It is not just the physically disabled who may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. People who suffer from mental disorders also can obtain these benefits, too. A few common denominators, though, must be present. First, such disorders must...
What is compassionate allowance with regards to SSDI?
Applying for SSDI benefits can be a long process. For individuals with disabling medical conditions, this can be incredibly frustrating and financially stressful. For those with life-threatening medical diagnoses, however, the waiting can feel like a nightmare. It can...
How to get benefits after a heart attack
California residents who have had a heart attack could be eligible for disability benefits. However, this depends on the severity of the heart attack and whether it leaves the person unable to engage in substantial work activity. If the applicant is unable to work,...
Evidence requirements for SSD
California residents seeking Social Security Disability must provide sufficient evidence of the disability in order to be considered eligible for benefits. Making this determination is critically important to receiving benefits. It may also be one of the most...
