First Time SSD Applicants: What You Need to Know
Applying for disability benefits can be overwhelming, especially if it is your first time.
There are strict deadlines to meet, paperwork to be submitted and medical records to be collected.
Living with a disability can be hard enough, applying for disability benefits should not be.
Here at Berger and Green we have handled cases for over 40 years, and we have some tips for you!
Whether it is your first time...Tips for SSD Applicants
First Time SSD Applicants: What You Need to Know
Applying for disability benefits can be overwhelming, especially if it is your first time.
There are strict deadlines to meet, paperwork to be submitted and medical records to be collected.
Living with a disability can be hard enough, applying for disability benefits should not be.
Here at Berger and Green we have handled cases for over 40 years, and we have some tips for you!
Whether it is your first time...
Common SSD Application Mistakes: Waiting too Long to Apply
Most people believe there is a requirement that you must be off work for at least six months to one year before you can apply for or collect Social Security disability benefits. This is false. You can apply for disability as soon as you feel you are disabled and cannot work. However, your disabilities must be expected to last for a year or longer to qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) or Supplemental...
Cost-of-Living Adjustment for Social Security Recipients in 2023
To help with the ever-growing costs of inflation, the Social Security Administration has approved a cost-of-living adjustment to take place in 2023.
The COLA or Cost-Of-Living Adjustment, will benefit the recipients of Social Security disability and retirement benefits.
The SSA determined that the COLA for 2023 is 8.7%.
This means that in 2023, Social Security Disability (SSD), Supplemental...
Why Appealing Your SSD Decision is Important
When a person is denied from their SSD or SSI application, a reconsideration request must be filed.
It is very common for people to be denied at both the application and reconsideration level. Do not let this discourage you.
Approval at a hearing in front of an administrative law judge is very possible at this stage. Read on for more information on what you can expect after filing an appeal.
Appeals...
Words to Know When Applying for Disability Benefits
If you cannot continue working due to a disabling physical or mental condition, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits.
It is important to know that the Social Security Administration (SSA) has a strict definition of what they consider a disability.
When you begin the application process, you will be asked many questions regarding your disability, day-to-day activities and your work...