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How Severe Does Your Arthritis Need to Be to Qualify for SSD in Alabama?

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Montgomery is full of hard-working Americans who take pride in doing great work and serving their communities. One of those workers is Michael. Once a dedicated warehouse manager, Michael’s life took a dramatic turn at age 54 when arthritis began to erode not just his joints, but also his ability to lead a normal… Read More »

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How Do I Pay My Bills While Waiting for A Decision on Social Security Disability?

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Waiting for your Social Security Disability application to be approved is stressful, especially if you have financial obligations you’re struggling to meet. When you’re unable to work, the bills don’t stop coming in—and the Social Security Administration isn’t known for being speedy. In the meantime, what are you supposed to do? While there is… Read More »

SSA Blue Book

How the SSA Blue Book is Used to Evaluate Impairments

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The SSA Blue Book is the best source of information regarding the SSA’s requirements and expectations for different impairments because when you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits, the SSA will want proof that your condition is severe enough to qualify you. If you’ve never used the Blue Book before, keep reading to… Read More »

Social Security Disability Benefits

How Can Social Security Disability Benefits Be Affected by Changes in Living Arrangements?

By The Dansby Law Firm |

Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income are essential programs that provide financial support to people unable to work due to disability. There are many significant differences separating these programs, although they are both managed by the SSA. One key difference is how a change in living arrangements may affect your benefits. If… Read More »

Vocational Expert in Social Security Disability

The Role of a Vocational Expert in Social Security Disability Cases

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There are numerous aspects of your SSDI application that may be unfamiliar to you. Vocational experts play a key role in explaining your limitations and your ability to work. If you’re approaching this part of your disability application process, learn more about what vocational experts do and how they may affect your hearing. Looking… Read More »

Compassionate Allowances for SSD

What Are Compassionate Allowances for SSD?

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While applying for disability benefits can generally be time-consuming and stressful, that isn’t always the case. The Compassionate Allowances program makes it easier for people with certain diagnoses to start receiving benefits as quickly as possible. The SSA gathers information from the public to determine which diagnoses should be considered for Compassionate Allowances, and… Read More »

Mental Illness and Social Security Disability

Mental Illness and Social Security Disability

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Mental illness can be incredibly isolating, detrimental to your quality of life, and overwhelming. It should come as no surprise that a significant amount of people with severe mental health concerns struggle to find or keep a job. If your condition meets certain criteria, you may be able to receive disability benefits that can… Read More »

Filing an SSDI Claim

How Can Working Affect My SSD Disability Application?

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You’re disabled and struggling to work, but how can you quit and leave your family without any financial support? Unfortunately, applying for SSDI may put you in a bind when it comes to work. Working full-time will almost certainly impact your SSDI application, but not working full-time may make you feel like you’re at… Read More »

Filing an SSDI Claim

Ways to Increase the Chances of an SSD Claim Approval

By The Dansby Law Firm |

You’ve decided to apply for SSDI benefits. After working hard to establish yourself in your career and provide for your family, a disability has stolen your ability to work—and with it, your chance to take care of your loved ones. With the SSDI program, you may be able to receive monthly benefits that allow… Read More »

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What Does Substantial Gainful Activity Mean?

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If you are in the process of applying for disability benefits, you’ve likely come across the term “substantial gainful activity.” Those who are familiar with the SSA and the SSDI application process know this term well, but if this is your first experience with disability benefits, you may be confused. Learn more about what… Read More »

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