How can I afford to hire a Social Security Disability Attorney if I do not have any money?
Applicants for Social Security disability (or SSI disability) are very unlikely to find an attorney to represent them for free. But the...
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Christopher Le
- Oct 14, 2021
- 2 min
What Assets are counted when filing for SSI disability benefits?
SSI Asset Limits To be eligible for SSI benefits based on a disability, an applicant who is single cannot have more than $2,000 in...
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Christopher Le
- Oct 7, 2021
- 3 min
What Happens to a Social Security Disability Claim if the Applicant Dies?
If a Social Security disability applicant dies while waiting to be approved for disability benefits, its possible for a family member to...
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Christopher Le
- Sep 30, 2021
- 2 min
What Types of Arthritis Can Automatically Qualify You for Social Security Disability Benefits?
SSA keeps a listing of medical conditions or impairments that pertain to arthritis. Under these listings, there are several different...
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Christopher Le
- Sep 21, 2021
- 0 min
How to qualify for Social Security Spousal and Survivor Benefits?
How to Qualify for Spousal Benefits Being married or divorced does have different requirements. Married You can qualify for spousal...
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Christopher Le
- Sep 16, 2021
- 0 min
Bone Cancer and Social Security Disability
What is Bone Cancer? Bone cancer is a type of cancer that forms in the cells of the bone. Bone cancer can begin in any bone of the body,...
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Christopher Le
- Sep 11, 2021
- 1 min
How do I protect myself from losing my SSI benefits after receiving a settlement check?
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a program that does not require a disabled individual to qualify through work credits. This is a...
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Christopher Le
- Sep 6, 2021
- 2 min
How long do I need to work before I can qualify for Social Security Disability ?
That question depends on how old you are when you’re found disabled. Even applicants younger than 24 years of age can qualify for social...
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Christopher Le
- Sep 1, 2021
- 2 min
Can I work after I am approved for Social Security Disability?
Yes. There is a rule called the Trial work period that allows you to work. The rules for a Trial Work Period are complicated. Below is an...
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Christopher Le
- Aug 28, 2021
- 2 min
How Long Do You Have to Be Out of Work Before You Can Apply for Social Security Disability Benefits?
Theres not a requirement to be disabled for any length of time before you apply for Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) or SSI...
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Christopher Le
- Aug 19, 2021
- 2 min
Can I File a Disability Application on Behalf of My Spouse or Family Member?
If your spouse is physically or mentally unable to apply for Social Security disability benefits on their own, you MAY be able to file on...
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Christopher Le
- Aug 14, 2021
- 2 min
What’s Conditions Automatically Qualify Me For Social Security Disability?
There are certain medical conditions that do qualify for automatic disability approval. Certain conditions on the compassionate allowance...
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Christopher Le
- Aug 10, 2021
- 3 min
Can I spend my Child SSI Payment as I see fit?
A parent can spend the money in many ways, assuming that they are the representative payee of that child. Meals, Housing, and Clothing If...
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Christopher Le
- Aug 7, 2021
- 2 min
Can I Apply for Social Security Disability Benefits at Age 66 which is Full Retirement age?
No. You cannot apply for Social Security disability if you have already reached full retirement age, which is age 66. But before you hit...
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Christopher Le
- Aug 4, 2021
- 1 min
Can I get Teacher retirement and Social Security Benefits at the same time ?
The vast majority of Texas school districts do not participate in Social Security, so most employees are entitled to Social Security...
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Christopher Le
- Aug 1, 2021
- 2 min
Necrotizing Fasciitis and Receiving Social Security Disability
Necrotizing fasciitis is an infection of the deeper layers of your skin and tissues. It spreads across the fascial plane (connective...
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Christopher Le
- Jul 30, 2021
- 2 min
What assets are not counted when filing for SSI?
To be eligible to receive SSI benefits based on a disability, an SSI applicant who is single cannot have more than $2,000 in assets. But...
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Christopher Le
- Jul 25, 2021
- 1 min
Can my Social Security disability amount increase if I become MORE disabled?
Unfortunately Not. Your SSDI benefits are based on your lifetime covered earnings. These are the earnings that you paid Social Security...
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Christopher Le
- Jul 21, 2021
- 2 min
Impact of Long Term Disability on Social Security Disability benefits
Some employers provide Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance to their employees. LTD insurance is a group insurance plan that also...
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Christopher Le
- Jul 15, 2021
- 1 min
Can I receive my pension and also receive Social Security Disability Benefits?
Yes. There is nothing that prevents you from getting both your pension payments and Social Security benefits. However, there are some...
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