Category Archives: White Plains Social Security Disability lawyer
SSDI Vs. VA Benefits: Which Are Easier To Get?
Unfortunately, accidents and medical issues can happen without warning and lead to debilitating injuries and conditions. When a person is unable to work due to these issues and conditions, they can receive some sort of government benefits. Although Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) are… Read More »
I Qualify For SSDI. What Other Benefits Can I Get?
If you cannot work due to a disability, you likely have issues with income. Yes, you may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, but it is still a process to get approved. And even then, the benefits are not always substantial enough to pay for your bills and other expenses. So you… Read More »
Backlog Hits SSA, 1 Million People Waiting For Benefits
Are you disabled and waiting for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits? If so, you’re not alone. Estimates show that more than 1 million Americans are waiting for their benefits to be approved. That’s a huge number. In fact, this is a record, the most ever. It currently takes the Social Security Administration (SSA)… Read More »
Can You Get Food Stamps If You Get SSDI?
If you are struggling financially due to disability or some other reason, there are programs that can help. You can receive benefits or even free items to help you get through tough economic times. Those who are disabled rely on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). These benefits are given to those who have a… Read More »
SSA Makes Overpayments, Demands Money Back
When a person is disabled, they can receive Social Security Disability payments from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Getting these benefits is a difficult task, often taking longer than a year. Once people are approved for these benefits, they are ecstatic. They start paying their bills and other expenses. But last year, the SSA… Read More »
Other Benefits You Can Get Besides SSDI
If you are disabled and expect to be so for more than a year, you may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. SSDI benefits provide an average payment of $1,358 per month for a single person or $2,383 per family. While this is a decent amount of money, the cost of living… Read More »
SSA Announces 3.2% Increase For 2024
It seems prices are constantly skyrocketing. It’s costing more to fill up your car with gas. It’s not uncommon for a trip to the grocery store to cost a few hundred dollars. Forget trying to buy a car or house. If you live on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, your situation is even… Read More »
SSA Adds 12 New Compassionate Allowances
If you are disabled and unable to work, you may wonder how to get benefits quickly. While the Social Security Administration (SSA) does allow you to receive benefits if certain criteria are met, the process can be daunting — and very slow. It could take many months or even years to get approval. There… Read More »
How To Get SSDI And VA Benefits At The Same Time
Getting government benefits is not an easy task. There are so many rules involved and just so much bureaucracy in general. This is true when it comes to obtaining benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Both these agencies have disability programs, so you may think that if… Read More »
How Social Security Disability Benefits And Medicare Are Related
If you become disabled due to an illness or injury and cannot work, you may be able to receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. These benefits allow you to receive monthly benefits and while they can be helpful in paying some bills, they do not replace your income. If you do receive SSDI… Read More »