How Social Security Evaluates a Disability Applicant’s Ability to Work
To determine your ability to work, the Social Security Administration (SSA) must know how severely your disability limits your activities. Through a Residual Function Capacity (RFC) assessment, the SSA will evaluate if you are able to do work after accounting for your physical or mental disability. This assessment along with other documents could help show […]
Read MoreShould I Appeal My Denied Disability Claim or File a New One?
If the Social Security Administration (SSA) denies your disability claim, you have the option of either appealing the decision or starting a new claim. Which is the best route for you? Our Green Bay Social Security Disability attorneys explain the two options and when each is appropriate. Request a free, no-obligation legal consultation to get […]
Read MoreDo Veterans Automatically Qualify for Social Security Disability?
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) help provide benefits to those with disabilities. However, these government benefit programs work differently, requiring separate applications and eligibility requirements. While you may be eligible for VA benefits, you could be ineligible to receive Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits and vice versa. Our […]
Read MoreHow Are Disability Applicants Notified After a Benefits Decision?
After applying for Social Security Disability benefits, you may be anxious as you await a decision and worry whether you have provided all the information needed to make a disability determination. You may even be wondering when and how you will be notified about the status of your application. Below, learn how disability applicants may […]
Read MoreCan Early Retirement Impact Eligibility for Social Security Disability Benefits?
If you work in your 60s and can no longer continue working for health-related reasons, you may be thinking about retiring early and filing for Social Security retirement benefits. Would this be the best route to take or should you consider applying for Social Security disability benefits instead? Sigman Janssen further explain early retirement and […]
Read MoreHow the Coronavirus Pandemic is Impacting Social Security Hearings and Appeals
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has made significant changes to its operations and policies due to the coronavirus pandemic. Since March 17, 2020, Social Security field offices and hearing offices nationwide have been closed for face-to-face-services. They will remain closed until further notice. Many applicants are left wondering how Social Security cases are being impacted […]
Read MoreCan I Receive Back Pay After Being Approved for SSDI or SSI Benefits?
Once you are approved for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you may be owed more than your monthly disability benefit. Back pay is compensation for the months between the filing of your application and the date your application was approved. The amount you may receive will depend on several factors, […]
Read MoreIs My Child Eligible to Receive Social Security Benefits?
For those with a family to support, having a disability can be difficult on a physical and emotional level. Social Security helps provide payments for disabled individuals who are unable to work. Depending on the type of disability benefits you receive, your child or children may also be eligible for Social Security monthly benefits. Our […]
Read MoreAre Social Security Disability Benefits Taxable?
After waiting to be approved for Social Security Disability benefits, some claimants may be surprised to learn that their benefits may be taxed, so the overall amount of benefits they receive will be reduced. However, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are not always taxable. Below, our Oshkosh Social Security Disability lawyers discuss whether you […]
Read MoreCan Spouses of Social Security Disability Recipients Also Receive Benefits?
When you start collecting Social Security disability benefits, dependents who rely on your income, such as a spouse or ex-spouse, may also qualify for benefits. Eligibility will depend on several factors, including the type of benefits that you receive, dependents’ age and their relationship to you. Our Green Bay Social Security disability attorneys are prepared […]
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