Social Security Disability

People make regular contributions to the Social Security program for as long as they remain employed. They send a portion of each check to the Social Security Administration (SSA) along with other payroll tax contributions. The SSA, in turn, awards them credits. Every...

As you probably know, applying for Social Security Disability Benefits can be a long and complicated process. Indeed, the Social Security Administration routinely denies more than half of first-time SSDI benefits applications. Consequently, if you have received...

If you are eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits, you want to receive your benefits as quickly and easily as possible. While you certainly can wait for a paper check to arrive in the mail, there are faster ways to receive payment. Direct deposit...

Social Security Disability is an insurance program. You earn the right to these benefits through paying into the system when you work. As you work, you will earn work credits. The Social Security Administration requires you to have a specific number of work credits to...

If you develop a serious medical condition or experience an injury, you may apply for Social Security Disability Insurance. A Social Security Administration agent reviews the severity of your condition before approving your claim. As noted by SSA.gov, a qualifying...