You can get both workers' compensation and Social Security Disability benefits at the same time in Pennsylvania, although you may not be able to draw the full amount of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Most people who receive both benefits make too much money and have too many assets to qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). However, it might be possible to qualify for SSI if your workers' compensation monthly payment is very small.
Social...Can I Get Workers’ Compensation and SSD Benefits at the Same Time?
Updated January 2, 2025
You can get both workers' compensation and Social Security Disability benefits at the same time in Pennsylvania, although you may not be able to draw the full amount of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Most people who receive both benefits make too much money and have too many assets to qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). However, it might be possible to qualify for SSI if your workers' compensation monthly payment is very small.
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You can get both workers' compensation and Social Security Disability benefits at the same time in Pennsylvania, although you may not be able to draw the full amount of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Most people who receive both benefits make too much money and have too many assets to qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). However, it might be possible to qualify for SSI if your workers' compensation monthly payment is very small.
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According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), the maximum monthly Social Security Disability benefit is $3,345 per month in 2022 - up from $3,148 in 2021. This number is also the maximum monthly amount people who have reached full retirement age can receive for their monthly Social Security retirement payment.
Our disability lawyers understand how the SSA determines the benefit amount for disability recipients. We can help you apply for disability...
If you are seeking benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA), you need to know how to find a good attorney to work with for Social Security Disability (SSD). There are a number of factors that make a lawyer well-suited to help you secure the disability benefits you need. It is important to choose an attorney who can help you double-check your application before you file your claim, and can guide you through the appeals process if you receive a...
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If the Social Security Administration (SSA) awards you an established onset date (EOD) that is later than you think it should be, it may be tempting to appeal the decision. However, this is not always the best idea. The disability lawyers at Berger and Green can review the facts of your case and help you determine if appealing your partial award is worth the risk of losing your benefits.
Sometimes, a disability applicant ends up losing a partial award after...