Social Security Disability – Frequently Asked Questions

Have Social Security disability questions? You’ve come to the right place. We know that dealing with the Social Security Administration is difficult. That’s why we try to make the process as easy as possible so you have one less thing to worry about.

If you’re looking for general information, we have a few great resources for you:

• First, Attorney Patrick J. Best hosts the ARM Lawyers YouTube show “Bankruptcy Basics” in which he answers common questions from clients. This is a great starting point for many people because many of the bankruptcy myths and misconceptions are addressed in these videos.
• Next, Attorney Best offers his book, “The Essential Bankruptcy Survival Guide“, for FREE, just by requesting a copy. As part of the ARM Yourself With Knowledge series, this guide aims to help you navigate the Social Security disability process.
• Finally, we’ve compiled the following list of frequently asked questions to help point you in the right direction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Getting Started

1. How do I find my local Social Security office?
2. What is the Social Security Disability process?
3. What is the difference between SSI and SSD?
4. Can I work while applying for Social Security benefits?
5. Can I work while applying for SSI benefits?
6. What medical benefits are available with SSDI benefits?
7. What medical benefits are available with SSI benefits?
8. What are the asset limits for SSI?
9. What are the income limits for SSI?

Establishing Disability

1. How does Social Security determine if I’m disabled?
2. What is a medical source statement and why is it so important?
3. What conditions qualify for Social Security Disability?

The Application Phase

1. What is the Social Security disability application process?
2. What is the SSI application process?
3. What happens after you file a Social Security disability application?
4. What happens after you file an SSI application?
5. What happens if your Social Security disability application is denied?
6. What happens if your Social Security disability application is granted?
7. What happens if your SSI application is denied?
8. What happens if your SSI application is granted?

The Reconsideration Phase

1. What is a Request for Reconsideration?
2. What is the disability reconsideration process?
3. What happens after you file a Social Security Disability Request for Reconsideration?
4. How long does the reconsideration process take?
5. What happens if your Request for Reconsideration is denied?
6. What happens if you are awarded Social Security disability benefits on reconsideration?

The Hearing Phase

1. How do I find my Social Security hearing office?
2. What happens after you file a Request for Hearing with an Administrative Law Judge?
3. How to prepare for your Social Security Disability hearing
4. What to expect at your Social Security Disability hearing?
5. What happens if the ALJ denies your claim for benefits?
6. What happens if you are awarded Social Security Disability Benefits?

The Appeals Council Phase

1. What is the Appeals Council for Social Security disability?
2. What is the Appeals Council process?
3. What happens after you file a Request for Review with the Appeals Council?
4. How long does the Appeals Council take?
5. What are the odds of winning at the Appeals Council?
6. What happens if you I win at the Appeals Council?
7. What happens if your Request for Review is Denied?
8. What is a remand hearing?

The Federal District Court Phase

1. Where do I file my Civil Action?
2. What happens after you file a Complaint in Federal District Court?
3. How long does the Federal District Court take to make a decision?
4. What are the odds of winning in the Federal District Court?
5. What happens if you win your case in the Federal District Court?
6. What is a remand hearing?
7. What happens if you lose your case in the Federal District Court?
8. Do you need a lawyer to file a case in Federal District Court?
9. Does a Federal District Court lawyer get paid by contingency fee?
10. What is an EAJA fee?

SSD/SSI and Other Benefits

SSD/SSI and Workers Compensation

1. Can I receive social security disability and workers’ compensation?
2. Does social security disability affect workers’ compensation?
3. Does workers’ compensation affect social security disability?
4. Does SSI affect workers’ compensation?
5. Does workers’ compensation affect SSI?

SSD/SSI and Unemployment Compensation

1. Can I receive both SSD and unemployment?
2. Does unemployment affect social security disability?
3. Does social security disability affect unemployment?
4. Does SSI affect unemployment compensation?
5. Does unemployment compensation affect SSI?

SSD/SSI and VA Benefits

1. Can I receive both SSD and VA disability?
2. Do VA Benefits affect social security disability?
3. Does social security disability affect VA Benefits?
4. Do VA Benefits affect SSI?
5. Do SSI benefits affect VA Benefits?

SSD/SSI and Short Term Disability Benefits

1. Does short term disability affect social security disability?
2. Does social security disability affect short term disability?
3. Does short term disability affect SSI?
4. Does SSI affect short term disability?

SSD/SSI and Long Term Disability Benefits

1. Does long term disability affect social security disability?
2. Does social security disability affect long term disability?
3. Does long term disability affect SSI?
4. Does SSI affect long term disability?
5. Should I use the attorney my LTD company recommended?

Get started today

Yes, we can start working on your case today. If you’d like to get the Social Security disability process started, just click here. We explain exactly how the process works from start to finish and what you can expect from our office.

There are no surprises here. Our process is completely transparent so you know exactly what you’re getting. Our award-winning attorneys can start working on your case today.

Don’t wait until it’s too late!

Even though we can start working on your case today, you should never wait until it’s too late. You should start the process as soon as you know you have a problem. We can start to give you advice immediately to get your situation under control.

Sometimes, our clients are overwhelmed by the disability process. This can paralyze you and prevent you from moving forward. Don’t let this stop you. That’s what we’re here for. We shoulder the burden so you don’t have to. But that doesn’t mean you should wait.If your claim has been denied, contact us immediately.

There are strict deadlines in disability cases. The sooner we can get the work, the easier it will be for us to solve your problems.

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