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Will I Have to Pay Back My Long-Term Disability? When you suffer an injury or other disability, you may have different types of benefits available. For example, if you’re injured on the job, you may receive workers’ compensation benefits. And, if you have coverage...
What Does “Appeal Under Review” Mean for SSDI? The Social Security Administration’s “appeal under review” update in the Social Security disability (SSDI) appeals process can be perplexing. The notification advises you that a decision has been made. You read all of the...
Know Your SSDI Benefits Most people know that Social Security provides disability benefits for U.S. workers who become disabled before retirement age. But, many people have questions about the details, such as: Who can get Social Security disability...
What You Need to Know: Widows Benefits and Social Security Disability When you qualify for two types of Social Security benefits, such as widows benefits and Social Security disability (SSDI), you may be unsure which to pursue or how they might work together. ...
Are My Social Security Disability Benefits Taxed? If you’re applying for or have just been granted Social Security disability benefits (SSDI), you may be wondering whether you’ll pay income tax on those benefits. The short answer is “maybe.” Whether or not your SSDI...
Understanding Your Social Security Disability Appeals Process The Social Security disability appeals process includes several steps, each very different from the one before. It’s important that you understand the process and don’t miss opportunities, because most SSDI...
What You Need To Know About Your Disability Benefits Denial One of the most common questions about Social Security disability benefits is “How long will the process take?” Since most SSDI applicants are denied at the initial application stage, answering that question...
HOW MANY TIMES CAN I APPEAL MY SSDI DENIAL? If you’ve been denied Social Security disability benefits, you’re in good company. Most people who apply for SSDI are denied at first. Fortunately, a great many of those who stick it out and pursue the appeals process are...
Most Common Conditions that Qualify for Long-Term Disability Benefits The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides only long-term disability benefits. That means that the disabling condition must either have lasted or be expected to last for at least one year or...
Understanding Why Your Social Security Disability Claim Has Been Denied Most Social Security disability (SSDI) claims are denied at first. The good news is that many claims that are initially denied are approved later, most often at the hearing stage. To give yourself...
How Long Will My Social Security Disability Appeal Take? When you visit the Social Security Administration’s (SSA’s) website, you’ll find an estimate that it will take three to six months to receive a determination on your Social Security disability (SSDI)...
What You Need to Know: Social Security and Long-Term Disability Benefits Long-term disability insurance can be a great safety net. But, what happens if you have long-term disability and you would also be qualified for Social Security disability benefits (SSDI)?...
Tips for Getting Your Disability Benefits Approved Fast Social Security disability benefits offer an important lifeline to people who are no longer able to work. But, the application and appeals process can be lengthy. The delay in receiving benefits can mean a rough...
How Long Does it Take to Get Social Security Disability Benefits? According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), the average processing time for a new Social Security Disability (SSDI) application is three to six months. But, the average processing time varies...
Can You Work While Receiving Social Security Disability Benefits? The short answer is “it’s complicated.” You can both qualify for SSDI and continue receiving benefits with some income from work. But, there are limits, and ensuring that you don’t lose eligibility can...
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