SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITYSOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITYSOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY
The federal government grants Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits to those unable
to work due to a physical, medical, or mental disability. While many could potentially qualify, a great deal of confusion
surrounds the process. With this reference, Caddell Reynolds hopes to separate speculation from truth
regarding what qualifies, how to apply and where to find help.
APPLYING FOR SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS CAN BE A CONFUSING AND GRUELING PROCESS
If you r̓e looking to apply but don t̓ know where to start, or just looking for more information, Caddell Reynolds can show you the truth about the SSD process.
You Canʼt Apply for SSD Benefits Until a Doctor Says So
One of the most common misconceptions about SSD benefits is that you need a doctorʼs approval to start the process.
If You are Unable to Work Because of Your Health, You Should Apply for Disability
Benefits as Soon as Possible
Social Security will make their own determination regarding a potential
disability, regardless of whatever opinion your doctor may have on the matter.
Everyone is Denied, Thereʼs No Point Applying
Close to 70% of applicants have their disability claims denied on the first attempt, so qualifying for benefits seems impossible.
If you have the right evidence to back up your diagnosis, you always have a good
chance of receiving benefits on an appeal.
Many First-Time Claims are Denied for Simple Errors, Like
Missing Information
To Claim Benefits, You Must be Out of Work for a Year
A common misconception states applicants must be out-of-work for six months to a year
before applying for benefits.An applicant must demonstrate that their
“disability” has lasted, or is expected to last, for at least one year or to result in death in
order to be eligible.
Once You are No Longer Working Full-Time Because of
a Disability, You Should Consider Applying for Benefits
The Application Process Will Require Months or Years
The misconception that it can take months to get benefits deters many people from
applying for SSD.
Many extraordinarily severe conditions may be expedited—sometimes in as little as
20 days.
It is Possible to Receive Approval for SSD Benefits as
Soon as 20 days After Submission of an Application
in Severe Cases.
You Cannot Earn Money While Receiving Social Security
Disability Benefits
Another misconception is that once you are approved for SSD benefits, you cannot make
any money. That is not entirely true.
It is possible in 2019 to earn up to $880 per month performing whatever duties your disability allows while receiving Social
Security Disability.
You Can Earn up to a Certain Amount While Receiving
Benefits
A SSD Claim is Easy Enough to Complete on Your Own
Many people believe that they can handle a SSD claim on their own, and that the process
is simple and straighforward.
According to the Government Accountability Office, claimants who had a representative
were allowed at a rate 2.9 times higher than a typical claimant with no representative.
You are Almost 3 Times as Likely to Receive Benefits By
Hiring a Lawyer
If you r̓e disabled and unable to work, let the experienced disability attorneys at Caddell Reynolds help you. We understand the syvstem and will work hard to make sure you
receive the benefits you deserve.
Call Caddell Reynolds at 800-671-4100. When you call, you will speak with one of our top Arkansas disability attorneys absolutely FREE.
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