One question that I frequently get asked is: Have I worked long enough to qualify for Social Security Disability? And there is a general rule of thumb. The general rule of thumb is that a person must have worked five out of the last 10 years in order to qualify for Social Security Disability.
Social Security Disability and Working
One question I frequently get asked is am I allowed to work and still be qualified for Social Security disability? And the answer is yes, but Social Security does limit the amount that you’re allowed to make and still be qualified.
3 Pitfalls to Avoid in Social Security Disability Hearings
I recommend that you get a representative for your hearing days. So many people come into us that have never had a representative before, and it is right before their hearing. And sometimes we may not have time to adequately prepare your file and give you the best representation that you need when you come in just days before your hearing.
5 Effective Ways to Help Your Disability Claim
If you are having problems with your medications, one of the third things that I want to recommend to you is to reach out to affordable care options for your healthcare and medical prescription purposes.
Age Determining Factors in a Social Security Disability Claim
We will talk a little bit today about age determination and why age matters when you’re applying for Social Security Disability.
Social Security Disability Claims and Filing Fraudulent Taxes
You can’t have worked and made $14,000, but also tell the judge that you can’t work. And so we see it with our claimants. One, it’s tax fraud. Please don’t commit tax fraud. And two, it really, really can just kill any chance you have of getting approved for your social security disability benefits.
The Importance of Filing Early for Social Security Disability Benefits
The main reason for filing for social security disability benefits early is because getting a hearing can take up to two years from start to finish. So, it’s very important to apply as soon as you feel that you are unable to continue working. There is rarely any kind of benefit to waiting.
How to File a Disability Claim
If you need assistance with your claim or if you have any questions, you can contact us at (251) 343-1111. Our website is www.gardberglaw.com.
Social Security Disability & Earned Income Credits
And sometimes it comes down to the day you’re in front of the judge. And this can really lead to your credibility, and you can completely lose all benefits for those years that you filed this return. In some cases you can lose your case completely because of the tax refund and because of this earned income credit and self-employment that you filed.
Veterans Disability Benefits
Maine veterans disability specialists Jackson & MacNichol tells how they take on the VA to help disabled veterans. VA disability attorney Francis Jackson guides through the complicated appeals process of getting service-connected disability compensation or disability pension benefits from the VA.
PTSD in the Military
If you are veteran or have a loved one that is a veteran and has experience symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), we encourage you to call our office and find out if you might be eligible for Veterans Disability Benefits and compensation.
DIC Benefits for Survivors of Veterans
If you’re a qualified surviving spouse and, in some cases but much more rare cases, if you have a qualified surviving child or surviving parent in even more rare circumstances, they may be entitled to benefits after the veteran’s passing if that veteran had a service connected cause of death or if they had a total rating for a period of 10 years prior to their passing, then they’d be presumed to have a service connected cause of death.

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