The Social Security Administration has strict rules and guidelines for how to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. You must meet all the requirements. One portion of these requirements is to have a disability that qualifies under the SSA's definition....
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What compensation can you get after a car accident?
A major injury from a car accident could result in considerable financial harm. Getting compensation can help you protect your quality of life after an accident has compromised it. The damages that you can recover will depend on the severity of your injuries....
What do you need to apply for disability benefits?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a comprehensive application process to determine eligibility. Part of this process entails information and document gathering, which the SSA uses to decide whether a person has the qualifications to receive benefits. It is...
What is a qualifying disability?
One of the main requirements to receive Social Security Disability is to have a condition that meets the Social Security Administration's definition of disability. The SSA explains its definition is strict and has specific criteria a medical condition must meet. If...
What are concurrent benefits?
Navigating the government's entitlement programs can be a complex business. If you have worked for several years and sustained an injury that is debilitating, you may be eligible for SSDI or Social Security Disability Insurance. However, there is another benefits...
What should you prioritize in your estate review?
Creating an estate plan is already a time-consuming and difficult process. The idea of reviewing it frequently may seem like an even bigger task, especially since experts suggest you do so every three years. But there are ways you can prioritize your review that will...
Do I need a personal injury attorney?
After a serious car accident or slip and fall, the injuries you received can have lasting consequences that haunt you for years or even a lifetime. Insurance companies may try to tell you that an attorney will only slow things down and delay the compensation you need,...
What are the different kinds of plea bargains?
Whether or not accepting a plea bargain is a good idea in your case depends upon your individual situation. However, it is highly likely that a plea bargain will be a part of your journey through the criminal justice system. In many cases, plea bargains benefit both...
Pedestrians at high risk for injury and death in NYC
Walking down a New York City street should not result in injury. Unfortunately, even with the city's plan to help curb pedestrian accidents, they continue to remain high. The city streets are some of the busiest in the country. Even with sidewalk and bike lane...
Can PTSD impact your ability to work?
Suffering a personal injury can impact your life in many ways including post-traumatic stress disorder. Depending on the circumstances of your accident, you may suffer ongoing emotional trauma that affects your ability to respond rationally to triggers. PTSD can...