What Are the Non-Medical Requirements Needed to Earn SSDI?

What Are the Non-Medical Requirements Needed to Earn SSDI?

There are a number of qualifications needed to apply successfully for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. When you apply, the Social Security Administration will look at a variety of factors to see if you qualify, and there are the standard requirements of...
Social Security Disability Law: A Beginner’s Guide

Social Security Disability Law: A Beginner’s Guide

The Social Security program, along with disability benefits, has been the subject of an increasing focus in the press and media. People often have questions about the law concerning Social Security, and how it and its associated benefits operate. This is due in no...
What Is OASDI?

What Is OASDI?

OASDI stands for Old Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance. It is the long-form name of the Social Security benefits in the US. It is the fund that is paid into by the withholdings on your paycheck. Those who may be eligible to collect OASDI include the disabled,...
A Look into the SSDI Application Process

A Look into the SSDI Application Process

The application and approval process for Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI, can look straightforward and fairly simple at a glance, but in reality, getting approval can be quite difficult without proper preparation. Be Sure You Qualify The very first step...
What Happens at a Disability Hearing?

What Happens at a Disability Hearing?

While it may seem like a daunting event, the average Social Security disability hearing will only last between 15 and 60 minutes. Many people become very anxious before their hearing because they imagine it is similar to a court appearance, likely due to the “hearing”...