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Social Security Disability

How do I Restart My Suspended Social Security Disability?

Receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can provide crucial financial support when a medical condition prevents you from working. However, if your circumstances change, such as experiencing an improvement in your health or returning to work, your SSDI benefits might be suspended. Fortunately, there’s a path to restarting those benefits if your disability prevents… Read more

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Social Security Disability

Can the ADRC Help You Get SSDI?

Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be a daunting process. The paperwork is extensive, the requirements are strict, and many applications are initially denied. Fortunately, you don’t have to navigate this complex process alone. Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs) across the country offer valuable assistance to help you understand SSDI and guide… Read more

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Social Security Disability

What is the Maximum Back Payment for SSDI?

If you’ve been unable to work due to a disability, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be a financial lifeline. But what if your disability began months or even a year before you applied for benefits? Fortunately, you may be able to receive what’s called “back pay” for a portion of that time. So, what’s… Read more

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Social Security Disability

Can My Long-Term Pain be Classed as a Disability?

Chronic pain isn’t just an annoyance—it’s a debilitating condition that can severely disrupt every aspect of your life. If you’re struggling with unrelenting pain that prevents you from working and enjoying your usual activities, you might be wondering if it could qualify as a disability for the purpose of obtaining benefits like Social Security Disability… Read more

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Social Security Disability

How Do You Describe Pain to a Disability Judge?

Chronic pain is an invisible disability. It doesn’t leave physical scars, but its relentless presence can significantly impact every aspect of your life. If you’re seeking Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits due to chronic pain, effectively describing its impact at your disability hearing is critical. At Tabak Law, we… Read more

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Social Security Disability

How do You Explain Daily Activities at a Disability Hearing?

For many individuals seeking Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, the disability hearing can be a nerve-wracking experience. One of the most crucial aspects of the hearing is effectively explaining how your disability impacts your ability to perform daily activities (ADLs). At Tabak Law, we understand the importance of clearly… Read more

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Social Security Disability

What do You Need From Your Doctor to Qualify for SSDI?

Navigating the application process for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is undeniably complicated. While a clear understanding of eligibility requirements is essential, securing comprehensive medical evidence to support your claim remains one of the most critical factors in successful applications. That’s where your doctor becomes an indispensable partner. Let’s break… Read more

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Social Security Disability

Heart Conditions that Qualify for SSDI

Heart disease remains a leading cause of health concerns and disability in the United States. If a severe heart condition prevents you from working, you might be wondering if you qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The process can be complex, and determining eligibility for heart conditions depends on… Read more

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Social Security Disability

Will Social Security Disability Look at Your Social Media

If you’re applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, the process can feel complex and even overwhelming. You might wonder whether details of your daily life, such as your activity on social media, could come back to impact your claim. With increasing scrutiny by the Social Security Administration (SSA),… Read more

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