Navigating the world of disability benefits can be overwhelming, especially when trying to understand the differences between temporary and permanent disability programs. Temporary disability benefits are often provided through employers and are meant to support individuals who are unable to work for a limited time due to injury or illness. On the other hand, permanent […]
Can You Work Part Time on Disability?
The Social Security Program defines a qualifying disability as “any condition that is severe enough to prevent you from working for 12 months or more.” People who apply for disability will be measured against that criteria, so if you’re working full-time or part-time while applying for benefits, your claim could be affected. On the other […]
How Long Do You Have to Be Out of Work to Apply for Disability?
Claimants do not need to be out of work for 12 months to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. Social Security has a rule governing the length of your absence from work due to medical impairments. That rule is called the ‘durational requirement’ and it is the focus of today’s blog post. What is Social […]
Can You Get Disability for Asthma?
Asthma is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide, often limiting their ability to breathe comfortably. For some, the severity of asthma can prevent them from working and performing daily activities. But can an asthma diagnosis qualify for Social Security Disability benefits? In this post, we explore how asthma is evaluated under the […]
Is Cancer a Disability? Eligibility for SSDI and SSI
Approximately 39.5% of men and women receive a cancer diagnosis during their lifetime. Those living with cancer may suffer from varying degrees of disability. This disability may occur as a result of their primary diagnosis or as a result of their prescribed treatments. The Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes many types of cancers in their book of disabling […]
Who Pays the Social Security Taxes Under FICA?
One reason people avoid using or claiming their disability benefits when they can no longer work is because they don’t understand how the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program is funded. SSDI is not a “free ride” for individuals who use it. SSDI is a federal insurance program that you pay into over time along […]
