Social Security Disability

  • Disability Benefits: Are You Considered Disabled?
    If you are considering applying for disability it is important to understand what Social Security considers to be disabled. Here are several questions to help you decide if your medical condition meets Social Security’s criteria for approval. Are You Currently Working? If you are currently working, even part time, and you earn more than $860 per month before taxes, Social Security will not consider you disabled. Social Security calls this amount “Significant Gainful Activity.” Is Your Disab Read More...
  • Disability Benefits and Power of Attorney
    If you are receiving disability benefits and would like to designate someone as your Power of Attorney you will have problems with Social Security Administration regarding your Power of Attorney. Here is what you need to know to designate a representative with the Social Security Administration. Social Security does not recognize Power of Attorney for any reason. If you would like someone to handle your affairs for you or have access to information on your record you will need to designate th Read More...
  • Disability Benefits: You Could Get SSI
    If you are not eligible for disability benefits because you have not worked enough prior to becoming disabled, you may qualify for SSI payments instead. Supplemental Security Income is a disability benefit paid by Social Security based on need. Here is what you need to know about qualifying for SSI disability benefits. Supplemental Security Income is a disability program for individuals that meet certain income requirements in addition to the disability requirements. Because SSI is needs bas Read More...
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