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 […]
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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. […]
Is It Better to Get a Lawyer for Disability?
Individuals who apply for Social Security Disability may seek out professional help with their claim. If so, they may wonder if it’s better to hire a disability lawyer or a disability representative to help them with their claim. What’s The Difference? A disability representative helps you with your SSDI or SSI case and deals with […]
How Much Does Social Security Disability Pay Per Month?
Once a claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is approved, how much does Social Security Disability pay per month? Successful claimants want to know the amount of money they will receive each month. This amount will be different for everyone. That’s because the amount you receive is based on your average lifetime earnings […]
How Do I Know if I’m Eligible for Disability?
Before you think about filing for the federal Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Insurance (SSI) programs, you need to know if you’re eligible. Most disability lawyers offer free consultations for potential claimants to determine eligibility. But you can also do some initial research on your own before contacting a disability lawyer. To be […]
Greensboro Lawyers Recognize Blindness Awareness Month
During Blindness Awareness Month, the Greensboro disability lawyers at Collins Price thought it would be helpful to discuss blindness and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. History of Blindness Awareness in the United States Each October, Americans celebrate Blindness Awareness Month and two days in particular that bring awareness to those living with blindness both […]