The Road to SSDI Benefits: How Work History Impacts Your Disability Claims

Are you wondering how your work history impacts your SSDI benefits case? Discover how your professional past impacts your eligibility and explore the age-based categorizations that could influence your case. To learn more about the impact of your work history on your SSDI benefits case, watch this short video.

By |2023-12-04T15:04:46-06:00December 1st, 2023|Application process, Blog, Eligibility, SSD|0 Comments

What You Should Know About Degenerative Disc Disease and Applying for SSD Benefits

Are you or someone you know struggling with degenerative disc disease and seeking Social Security disability benefits? In this video, we unravel the essential aspects of these conditions and how they relate to qualifying for disability benefits. From MRI tests to specific medical records, we'll guide you through the key elements necessary to strengthen your case. To learn how to ensure your disability claim stands strong, watch our short video.

By |2023-11-22T14:53:26-06:00November 20th, 2023|Blog, Various diseases and conditions|Comments Off on What You Should Know About Degenerative Disc Disease and Applying for SSD Benefits

Social Security Disability Secrets: Is Your Benefit Approval Tied to Budget Cuts?

Does Social Security deny disability benefits to save government money? Some people have this belief that the Social Security Administration may, at times, prioritize cost-saving over ensuring that those in need receive the benefits they deserve. What’s the truth about this, and how does the government actually decide disability benefit claims? To learn the answer to these questions, watch this short video.

By |2023-11-06T16:18:35-06:00November 6th, 2023|Blog, SSD|Comments Off on Social Security Disability Secrets: Is Your Benefit Approval Tied to Budget Cuts?

Gastrointestinal Disorders and Social Security Disability

In this blog and video, we discuss how to win a Social Security disability case dealing with gastrointestinal issues, specifically focusing on irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and related conditions like colitis and Crohn's disease. These conditions can be challenging, but there are key strategies that can make a significant difference in your case.

By |2023-09-19T14:03:01-05:00September 19th, 2023|SSD, Various diseases and conditions|Comments Off on Gastrointestinal Disorders and Social Security Disability

Your child can also collect SSD if you are disabled

Many Illinois parents who live with disabilities may struggle to provide for their children. Fortunately, if disabled parents are eligible to receive Social Security Disability benefits, their children can also qualify for SSD benefits. These dependent’s benefits may continue until a child turns 18. If a child meets certain criteria, benefits may even be available after that point.

By |2023-09-01T12:37:12-05:00August 26th, 2023|Eligibility, SSD|Comments Off on Your child can also collect SSD if you are disabled

Social Security Disability for Stroke Survivors: Key Facts You Shouldn’t Miss

Read expert insights on how strokes can impact your eligibility for disability benefits. Our video explains the three sets of requirements set by the Social Security Administration to qualify for benefits after a stroke.

By |2023-08-01T13:26:06-05:00August 1st, 2023|Blog, Eligibility, SSD, Various diseases and conditions|Comments Off on Social Security Disability for Stroke Survivors: Key Facts You Shouldn’t Miss

Navigating the Duration Requirement: Eligibility for Social Security Disability Benefits

Do you know what the social security disability duration rule is? In this video, we discuss the Social Security 12-month duration rule, which dictates the timeframe you must be off work to qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits.

By |2023-07-20T14:41:46-05:00July 20th, 2023|Application process, Blog, Eligibility, SSD|Comments Off on Navigating the Duration Requirement: Eligibility for Social Security Disability Benefits

Applying for SSD Benefits with Congestive Heart Failure or Other Heart Issues

Do you have congestive heart failure or other underlying heart condition? If so, you may be eligible for SSD Benefits. What types of heart issues qualify, and what you should know? Learn about the application process and requirements for SSDI.

By |2023-06-30T12:01:25-05:00June 24th, 2023|Blog, SSD, Various diseases and conditions|Comments Off on Applying for SSD Benefits with Congestive Heart Failure or Other Heart Issues

Applying for SSD Benefits with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

The social security administration has finally realized the seriousness of TBI. In 2016, the SSA added the diagnosis to its "blue book" list of conditions that are eligible for social security disability benefits. Read the blog and watch our short video to learn more.

By |2023-03-28T14:23:21-05:00March 19th, 2023|Blog, Various diseases and conditions|Comments Off on Applying for SSD Benefits with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

Social Security Disability: Self-Representation Lowers Chance of Approval for Benefits

One often overlooked reason that SSD applications are denied has little to do with the extent of the disability. Instead, these applications are denied because the applicant chose to represent themselves, rather than hire a social security disability attorney. While hiring a disability attorney isn’t required, doing so can vastly improve the chances that you are approved for benefits.

By |2023-02-27T10:40:46-06:00February 27th, 2023|Application process, Blog, SSD|Comments Off on Social Security Disability: Self-Representation Lowers Chance of Approval for Benefits