Denied Social Security disability benefits? You're not alone. From income limits to missed medical evaluations, this guide breaks down the top 5 reasons SSDI applications get denied and how to fix or avoid them. Learn what steps to take next and how working with a disability attorney can increase your chances of approval.
All this waiting to begin receiving social security disability benefits is understandably difficult. Fortunately, there are several options available to check the status of your disability application while you await a formal decision.
Understanding the difference between Social Security Rulings and Acquiescence Rulings is key to navigating a successful SSDI claim. SSRs set legal precedents for how the SSA applies rules, while ARs reflect court-ordered changes in policy for specific federal circuits. This blog explains how both types of rulings can impact your case and why working with a knowledgeable disability attorney, like The Good Law Group, can make all the difference.
Many people wonder whether they can receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and retirement benefits at the same time. While SSDI automatically converts to retirement benefits once you reach full retirement age, there are important exceptions especially for those considering early retirement. Understanding how SSDI interacts with Social Security, pensions, and 401(k) plans can help you avoid costly mistakes and protect your benefits. For details read this article and watch our videos.
Waiting for SSDI benefits can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re struggling with medical issues and financial stress. This guide breaks down how long the SSDI process typically takes, what causes delays, and how the right legal support like The Good Law Group can help you receive benefits faster and avoid common roadblocks.
If the Social Security Administration (SSA) reviews your disability case through a Continuing Disability Review (CDR), it could impact your benefits. Learn what to do, how to respond, and how The Good Law Group can help protect your SSD benefits and guide you through the appeal process.
There are many reasons the SSA may deny a worker’s disability application, from lack of information to support a claim of disability to a determination that the disability isn’t severe enough. Below are some of the most common reasons a disability application may be denied.
What should you do when your SSDI claim is denied? It’s frustrating, especially after waiting so long, but denial doesn’t mean your case is over. Today, I’ll walk you through the steps you can take when you're denied SSDI benefits. You’ll see how reconsideration, hearings, and written arguments at higher levels all play a role in keeping your claim on track. Check out this video to get a better understanding of the full appeal process and what to expect along the way.
If you’ve been denied disability benefits more than once, you’re not alone. Learn what steps to take next - appeals, ALJ hearings, and how legal help can increase your chances of success.
How much SSDI or SSI back pay are you eligible to receive? That’s a question we get all the time, especially from people who have been out of work for a while and aren’t sure how the system works. In this video, I'll explain how the five-month SSDI waiting period applies, how SSI works differently, and what limits your back pay amount. You’ll also learn why working history, inflation, and application dates all matter when calculating what you’re owed. If you need help understanding your back pay, this video will guide you.
