Don’t Be Fooled by These Trick Questions When Applying for SSD Benefits

While getting approved for Social Security benefits, you’ll spend a lot of time answering questions with your attorney and the administrative law judge. These are often straightforward and easy to tackle, but you need to be on the lookout for trick questions. These are sneaky ways of determining if there is alternative work that you could be doing. To learn more about the trick questions that judges ask, watch our short video.

By |2023-02-22T13:44:48-06:00February 22nd, 2023|Application process, Blog, SSD|Comments Off on Don’t Be Fooled by These Trick Questions When Applying for SSD Benefits

2 Reasons Why You Might’ve Been Denied SSD Benefits and What To Do

Were your Social Security Disability benefits denied? If so, we know the situation can be very frustrating. However, there are steps you can take to prevent or appeal a denial. The Good Law Group can help you every step of the way. To find out more, watch our short video.

By |2025-07-25T12:48:29-05:00February 22nd, 2023|Application process, Blog, SSD|Comments Off on 2 Reasons Why You Might’ve Been Denied SSD Benefits and What To Do

How To Apply for a Social Security Disability Expedited Reinstatement of Benefits

If you earn above the substantial gainful activity (SGA) threshold, other than during a trial work period, eligibility for benefits will end. If, however, the disability later prevents you from performing SGA, you can apply to get disability benefits reinstated without going through the entire application process again.

By |2023-03-13T11:57:01-05:00February 14th, 2023|Application process, Blog, SSD|Comments Off on How To Apply for a Social Security Disability Expedited Reinstatement of Benefits

What Medical Evidence Is important To Have For Your SSD Application?

Are you getting ready for your Social Security disability case but feeling overwhelmed? To help you get ready, we are here today with a list of three pieces of medical evidence you need to present to win your case. They will increase your chances of success, and it starts with objective records. To hear more, watch our short video.

By |2023-02-07T14:00:04-06:00February 2nd, 2023|Application process, Blog, SSD|Comments Off on What Medical Evidence Is important To Have For Your SSD Application?

Applying for SSD Benefits with Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)

Degenerative joint disease, or DJD, is progressive, which means symptoms worsen over time. This can make it difficult for those who suffer from DJD to participate in activities of daily living or to work. If DJD interferes with your ability to work you may be eligible for social security disability (SSD) benefits. Here is what you need to know about applying for disability benefits with degenerative joint disease.

By |2023-01-26T11:29:15-06:00December 22nd, 2022|Blog, Various diseases and conditions|Comments Off on Applying for SSD Benefits with Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)

What Other Benefits Are Available to SSDI Recipients?

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal benefits program that makes monthly payments to individuals who are unable to work due to a disability. Depending on whether you have other sources of income that monthly benefit may not be enough to live on. Thankfully, there are other benefits that SSDI beneficiaries may be eligible to receive.

By |2023-01-13T12:00:35-06:00December 15th, 2022|Blog, SSD, SSI|Comments Off on What Other Benefits Are Available to SSDI Recipients?

Applying for SSDI with a Temporary Disability

Although you cannot receive SSD benefits for partial disability, it is possible to qualify based on a temporary disability. For SSD purposes, “temporary disability” doesn’t mean a short-term disability – it means a disability or medical condition you are expected to eventually recover from. So long as the disability has lasted, or is expected to last, 12 months or more, you are eligible to apply for SSD benefits. Here’s what you need to know before deciding to apply.

By |2023-01-13T12:06:46-06:00December 2nd, 2022|Application process, Blog, Eligibility|Comments Off on Applying for SSDI with a Temporary Disability

What You Should Know About Lymphedema and Social Security Disability Benefits

Lymphedema is a condition that causes swelling in one or more parts of the body, usually the arm(s) and/or leg(s). Lymphedema can range in intensity from mild to severe. But is it severe enough to qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits? Here’s what you should know about lymphedema and SSD benefits before you apply. Watch our video.

By |2022-11-18T15:24:06-06:00November 7th, 2022|Blog, Various diseases and conditions|Comments Off on What You Should Know About Lymphedema and Social Security Disability Benefits

Working Seasonally and Applying for SSD Benefits

A lot of people take seasonal jobs. Workers of various ages and abilities can earn extra money, get job experience or turn a temp job into a permanent position. If you are currently on SSD benefits, you need to be careful about taking a seasonal position. Watch our video to learn more.

By |2022-11-18T15:22:23-06:00November 4th, 2022|Application process, Blog|Comments Off on Working Seasonally and Applying for SSD Benefits