Social Security Disability Benefits Publications

Am I Disabled? This is a question many people ask themselves. They feel as though they are unable to work, so they should be considered disabled, right? Sadly, that is not how the process works. However, here are some guidelines to help you make your decision: First,...

My doctor says I am disabled, then why did Social Security deny my disability claim? Believe it or not, your doctor cannot make a determination that you are disabled. Disability is a legal determination reserved solely to the Social Security Administration. However,...

How Disabled to Qualify For Social Security Disability Benefits? First and foremost, you do not have to be bedridden to qualify for Social Security disability benefits. However, here are some general rules to help you decide whether or not you should apply for...

Common Problems Filing For Social Security Disability Benefits. Here are some common problems I see Claimants make as they attempt to file for and receive Social Security disability benefits: First, you need to decide whether or not you want to use a Social Security...

Do You Have To Stop Working To Qualify For SSD Benefits? The hard and fast rule is that if a claimant is working at "substantial gainful activity," no matter how disabled that person is, he or she will automatically be denied disability benefits. So, the question is,...

What to Expect After Filing For Social Security Disability Benefits. One of the reasons why claimants use an experienced Social Security disability attorney to initially file for benefits is that they are uncertain in regards to what steps to actually take to not only...

Age is a Factor in Social Security Disability Cases. Yes, age is a factor in most social security disability claims. Social Security looks at age as a significant factor if the disease or medical condition of the claimant does not meet one of the medical criteria. At...

How To Improve Your Chances of Winning Your Social Security Disability Case. As a disability attorney, I am often asked how to improve one's chances of being successful when filing for Social Security disability. While each case and a claimant's medical conditions are...

About Disability Determination by the Social Security Administration Believe it not, your doctor cannot make your disability determination. That is whether or not you are disabled. In fact, the Social Security Administration has its own set of five distinct steps for...

Always Tell The Truth When Filing For Social Security Disability. When you apply for Social Security disability benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) schedules an in-person or telephone interview. The Social Security disability interview allows the SSA to...