The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced an increase in Social Security Disability benefits for 2023. With this announcement, the SSA notes the increase applies to both the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs. SSI Disability Increase 2023 Federal law requires the SSA to evaluate benefits each year and make […]
Is Anxiety a Disability? Legal Guidance in Charlotte, NC
Most of us feel anxiety from time to time as we respond to stress from life’s unexpected events and challenges. As a rule, we find ways to cope with these situations and continue our normal daily activities. For someone suffering from an anxiety disorder, stress is not a passing, temporary thing. It is something they […]
Does a Stroke Qualify for Disability?
Strokes are a significant and serious medical event. If you experience a stroke resulting in significant brain injury that prevents you from working, you may qualify for Social Security disability benefits. Can You Get Social Security Disability After a Stroke? During a stroke, blood flow to the brain decreases or stops. This causes significant brain […]
Is Psoriasis a Disability?
More than 7.5 million people in the United States live with a skin condition known as psoriasis. The majority of people living with psoriasis experience mild discomfort. Mild symptoms often include itching, painful lesions and skin infections. However, some people experience more severe psoriasis symptoms including debilitating joint pain and inflammation. Their symptoms may be […]
Can You Collect SSDI and Long Term Disability Insurance?
Individuals applying for or receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits often ask about the consequences of receiving SSDI and long-term disability benefits concurrently. While long-term disability and other financial benefits may impact the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, SSDI benefits don’t have similar limitations. Can You Collect SSDI and Long Term Disability Insurance? The […]
Can I Collect Unemployment While on Disability?
Our clients often ask us how disability benefits relate to unemployment benefits. While unemployment and disability benefits typically don’t overlap, it’s important to understand how unemployment may impact your disability claim. So, can you collect unemployment while on Social Security Disability? Let’s cover the basics of both programs below. Can You Collect Unemployment While on […]
