A person in Indiana seeking assistance via the Social Security Disability Insurance program undoubtedly has many questions. Among them are likely questions about how long the SSDI process takes and whether a claim can be expedited so that a person can start receiving...
Social Security Disability
Did the SSA deny your disability claim?
Out of all the people who file for Social Security disability benefits in Indiana, only a small percentage get their acceptance letters right away. Most people get a rejection notice, requiring them to appeal the decision or hire an attorney to figure out what they...
Does America do enough for disabled individuals?
When the Americans with Disabilities Act passed, the public was generally thrilled. It was one of those rare instances where both sides could agree that something needed to be done. The Act helped with access to public areas and many other challenges that disabled...
Who qualifies for Social Security Disability Insurance?
There is an extensive list of injuries and illnesses that automatically qualify the injured applicant for SSDI. If a citizen’s impairment is on the list, they are generally acknowledged to be disabled somehow. It can be either a bodily system or a function. Some...
Social Security Administration adds new compassionate allowances
In August 2020, Social Security Commissioner Andrew Saul announced the expansion of their Compassionate Allowances program. This recent move allows the Social Security Administration (SSA) to help thousands of Americans in need by adding five new diseases to the...
Can you work while applying for SSDI benefits?
Many people rely on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits to meet their daily needs. However, before the government approves your application, you may need to find ways to support your family without that assistance. Is it possible to work without...
Can you work while applying for SSDI benefits?
Many people rely on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits to meet their daily needs. However, before the government approves your application, you may need to find ways to support your family without that assistance. Is it possible to work without...
Social Security Administration adds new compassionate allowances
In August 2020, Social Security Commissioner Andrew Saul announced the expansion of their Compassionate Allowances program. This recent move allows the Social Security Administration (SSA) to help thousands of Americans in need by adding five new diseases to the...
Naming someone as a contact about your disability
The Social Security Administration's (SSA's) application process for disability benefits is complicated and length, so you naturally want to do everything you can to make things easier for yourself. That means choosing your answers to certain questions the SSA will...
What happens if your Social Security Disability claim is denied?
You have waited for months to hear something from the Social Security Administration (SSA) about your disability claim -- only to have your hopes turned into frustrations because your claim was denied. So, what's next? If your Social Security Disability (SSDI) claim...
