Whenever workers experience disabilities or health conditions, they can rely on their Social Security benefits to help cover their basic needs. Unexpected incidents like accidents and deaths could disrupt your life and financial stability. You can apply for your...
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When can you appeal the SSA’s decision?
The Social Security Administration will always send you a notice informing you of their decision to suspend your benefits. However, the removal of your social security disability benefits can surprise you if you were not anticipating them ending. What you might not...
What happens when you appeal an SSD case?
Applying for disability benefits is a long, often complex process. In fact, many people receive denials upon their initial application, which can leave them reeling when lacking the funds to cover basic living expenses. Fortunately, it is possible to appeal an SSD...
How the reconsideration stage works in the SSDI appeals process
Many Ohio residents apply for Social Security Disability Insurance and then receive denials in response. While you may feel frustrated if you are among them, know that this is not uncommon and that many SSDI applicants wind up having the U.S. Social Security...
How can patients with fibromyalgia seek disability?
If you have fibromyalgia, you may suffer from symptoms of fatigue, pain and stiffness. According to WebMD, those with fibromyalgia may require disability because they do not have the capacity to work. If you have fibromyalgia and want to file for disability, you will...
How does the federal review process work for SSD?
After receiving a denial from the Social Security Administration for Social Security disability benefits, you have the right to seek additional review of your case. You may be able to get a reversal or reach some type of agreement on your case that is beneficial to...
How to appeal an SSI denial
If you applied for Supplemental Security Income and received a denial, you may be wondering what your options are. The first thing to do is determine the reason for the denial. There are specific eligibility requirements that you must meet to get SSI benefits, and...
Am I required to attend an appeals hearing?
You may have applied for Social Security Disability only for the Social Security Administration to turn down your request. Fortunately, this is not the end of the process. You may request an appeals hearing before an Administrative Law Judge. However, you might have...
Information about Supplemental Security Income appeals
For certain people with limited income, Supplemental Security Income can help financially. Although administered by Social Security, SSI differs from regular Social Security benefits in that prior work and paid taxes do not affect whether or not someone is eligible...
How can I avoid delays in the appeals process?
When dealing with Social Security benefits, delays happen due to various things. Some may be out of your control, but other delays may be due to something you do. The Social Security Administration explains that there are some things you can do to help move your...
