Approximately 39.5% of men and women receive a cancer diagnosis during their lifetime. Those living with cancer may suffer from varying degrees of disability. This disability may occur as a result of their primary diagnosis or as a result of their prescribed treatments. The Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes many types of cancers in their book of disabling […]
Blog
Social Security Disability Spousal Benefits Loopholes
The Social Security disability spousal benefits loophole is a confusing term which refers both to a category of rules and benefits impacting disabled spouses AND traditional Social Security retirement benefits. In this blog, we discuss SSDI, or disability spousal benefits, only. If you are retired by Social Security’s definition, click here to learn more about […]
Signs That You Will Be Approved for Disability
This blog post addresses one of our most popular topics – getting approved for disability benefits. If you or someone you know is wondering if they might be approved for disability, this blog post will be helpful in identifying signs of strong claims. Plus, we’ll share tips on finding disability lawyers near you in the […]
How to Fill Out Disability Forms
Before applying for any disability program, you must complete a Social Security Disability Application. Most Social Security Disability claimants applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) prefer to work with an attorney. But some Social Security Disability attorneys do not file initial applications for claimants. Can a Disability Lawyer Help […]
Is Disability Income Taxable?
Many disability claimants ask their tax preparers the same question every tax season: is Social Security Disability Insurance taxable? The answer depends on your personal income status as well as whether you are receiving disability benefits through the SSDI or the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs. Below, we cover five things you need to know […]
Who Pays the Social Security Taxes Under FICA?
One reason people avoid using or claiming their disability benefits when they can no longer work is because they don’t understand how the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program is funded. SSDI is not a “free ride” for individuals who use it. SSDI is a federal insurance program that you pay into over time along […]
Can You Apply for Disability While on Unemployment?
The Federal government announced a new stimulus bill this week which extends federal unemployment benefits for workers displaced by the Covid-19 pandemic through September. This federal boost to North Carolina’s existing unemployment benefits has now been in place for over a year and may impact disability claimants. Who Qualifies for Disability Benefits? Disability benefits from […]
Social Security Disability Benefits Pay Chart
In this post, we’ll review the 2021 Social Security Disability Benefits Pay Chart. Each year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) issues a pay chart with the updated annual disability benefits for individuals and families. This annual disability benefit is adjusted upwards each year. This adjustment corresponds to the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) that applies to Social […]
What Are Countable Resources for SSI?
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal means-tested program administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). SSI provides financial assistance for people who are unable to work due to a severe mental or physical impairment. SSI provides cash assistance to people who meet the Social Security standard of disability, and have very low income and […]
How Much Do You Get on Disability?
The amount of money disability claimants receive depends on which Social Security program they qualify for. The Federal Social Security Disability Insurance Program (SSDI) pays benefits based on your average lifetime earnings. The Federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program pays benefits based on the SSI Federal benefit rate less any countable income you may have. […]
