Five Ways To Give Yourself the Best Chance at Getting SSDI

If you are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits through the Social Security Administration (SSA), you may be confused about what you need to do. After all, the SSA rejects about half of all applications before they even get to an interview, and you definitely do not want to be one of them. Fortunately, there Here are five things you can do to give you the best chance for your application for SSDI to be accepted:

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Five Major Medical Conditions That Lead to Veteran Disabilities

There are a number of physical and psychological conditions that veterans may suffer from once they leave the military, which affect them long after their service is done. These medical conditions may lead to long-term disabilities, causing them to seek disability benefits through the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. Here are five of the most common medical conditions seen in veterans that apply for VA disability benefits:

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Does My Disability Qualify Me For SSDI/SSI?

If you are suffering from a disability that significantly impairs your ability to earn a living, you may be wondering if you can qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Fortunately, there are a few ways to tell if you can qualify for these disability benefits programs through the Social Security Administration (SSA). Here are five things you need to know about whether your disability will let you qualify for SSDI or SSI:

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What You Need to Prove You Have a Disability for SS Benefits

If you have a medical condition that significantly hampers your ability to handle daily tasks or impairs your ability to work, you may be eligible for disability benefits through the Social Security Administration (SSA). However, you need to sufficiently prove your medical condition is bad enough to legally qualify as a disability. But how do you go about proving that your medical condition is bad enough to merit getting disability benefits?

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Five Ways To Maximize Your Chances At Obtaining VA Disability Benefits

If you are applying for disability benefits from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (also known as the VA), you may have questions about the process and what you should do. Fortunately, for most people the process is relatively simple, provided you follow certain basic steps. Here are five ways you can maximize your chances at getting VA disability benefits:

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What You Need to Apply For Social Security Disability Benefits

If you are seeking disability benefits through the Social Security Administration (SSA), you are probably wondering what you need to apply. Fortunately, for the most part, you can probably find most of what you need at home, or with a bit of research. Here are five things you should have on hand when you begin applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI):

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Five Common Reasons for Social Security Disability Claims

There are many reasons that people may need to apply for disability benefits through the Social Security Administration (SSA). Whether the result of illness or injury, a disability can be nearly impossible to manage without help from Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). However, some causes are disproportionately seen in applicants for disability benefits. Here are five of the most common reasons people make SSDI or SSI disability claims: Continue reading “Five Common Reasons for Social Security Disability Claims”

What Determines Your Veterans’ Disability Benefits Ruling?

When the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (VA) issues its ruling on your veterans’ disability benefits, you might have a lot of questions about it. The process can be pretty opaque, and if you do not know what is involved, it may not make a lot of sense. If you keep in mind just a few things, though, you can better understand how the VA may have come to its conclusion: Continue reading “What Determines Your Veterans’ Disability Benefits Ruling?”

Five Obstacles Veterans Face When Applying for Disability Benefits

If you are a veteran suffering from a disability, you have enough problems to wrestle with already. It can get much worse, however, if you find yourself struggling to get access to veteran disability benefits. If you are not careful of certain obstacles, you could find your application delayed, or even rejected. Here are five of the most common obstacles veterans face when applying for disability benefits: Continue reading “Five Obstacles Veterans Face When Applying for Disability Benefits”

Five Things to Remember for Your DDS Evaluation

If you have applied for disability benefits through the Social Security Administration (SSA), then there is a good chance that you will need to go for an evaluation at Disability Determination Services (DDS). This evaluation is an essential part of obtaining Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). However, there are five things you should know before you go for your DDS evaluation: Continue reading “Five Things to Remember for Your DDS Evaluation”

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