Once you are approved for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, certain members of your family may also be entitled to payments; auxiliary benefits may be available for your spouse, your former spouse, and your children. Auxiliary Benefits for Your Spouse Your spouse may be eligible for payments upon your award of SSDI benefits, if
Read MoreEven if you have a qualifying disability, you might not be receiving benefits. Here are the top reasons why applicants may not receive benefits in spite of their eligibility – and ways to avoid making the same mistakes! The Social Security Administration needs permission to review your financial records – make sure you give it
Read MoreApplying for Social Security disability benefits can be intimidating and time-consuming. Understanding how the system works can be the difference between winning or not winning your disability benefits. Disability Group reveals common Social Security disability myths and misconceptions. Myth: The Social Security Administration denies everyone the first time they apply for disability. This is absolutely
Read More10 Ways To Help Win Your Social Security Disability Benefits Claim 1. See a doctor regularly The best thing you can do for your case is keep your medical records consistent and up to date. When Social Security (or an Administrative Law Judge) review your claim these records are what they give the most weight
Read MoreOnce you are receiving Social Security Disability benefits, the Social Security Administration will periodically review your case to make sure that you are still disabled. This review is called a Continuing Disability Review (CDR) and the law requires it. What can you expect from a CDR? When the SSA determines that you are disabled, your
Read MoreAn experienced lawyer can be very helpful to you and your Social Security Disability case. Your lawyer can evaluate your case and suggest a strategy to win your case. After handling hundreds of cases, most attorneys have a fairly good perspective as to what cases are winnable and what cases are not, and what it
Read MoreGlossary of Social Security Disability Terms compiled by John M. FitzGerald AC – Appeals Council ADL – Activities of Daily Living ALJ – Administrative Law Judge AOD – Alleged Onset Date CDB – Childhood Disability Benefits CFR. – Code of Federal Regulations COLA – Cost of Living Allowance DAA – Drug and Alcohol Abuse DDS
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