You have to have been employed for a certain number of years and paid Social Security taxes (FICA) to be eligible for SSDI, although there are exceptions. For example, if a person who has worked and ...

Steven Miller, Monroe County veterans service officer. Every veteran who has served our nation deserves the support and care they've earned. Filing for VA disability benefits is a vital step in ...

A disability can cause serious financial problems for people who become too ill or injured to work. The American government provides a safety net by allowing certain people with severe disabilities to ...

One of the most common mistakes when applying for Social Security is not understanding the difference between Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). SSDI ...

When applying for disability benefits through the Social Security Administration (SSA), the SSA-3380 form emerges as a pivotal document. Known as the 'Third Party Function Report,' this form is not ...

The psychological assessment can be a stressful part of your disability application, but with preparation, it doesn’t have to be. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that less than 23% of ...

Read full article: Uncharted territory: Do you qualify for long COVID disability benefits? A man works in a danger zone. Read full article: Which Social Security disability program is right for you?

Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and ...

Diabetic neuropathy could qualify you for disability pay. The determination will depend on how severe your condition is. You’ll need to prove that your diabetic neuropathy interferes with your ability ...

When you’re living with lupus, it can impact all aspects of your daily life, including your ability to work and finances. For many, lupus symptoms like fatigue and pain can make it very difficult — or ...