Your spouse’s income may impact your Social Security Disability benefits under certain disability programs. Claimants receiving benefits under Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) will see minor, if any, effect from their spouse’s income. In contrast, claimants receiving children’s benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) need to take a spouse’s income into account to qualify for […]
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NC Social Security Disability Law Firm Collins Price Expands, Adds Staff
(WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.) – Collins Price PLLC, a Winston-Salem, N.C.-based disability law firm, announced today its expansion to Charlotte, Greensboro and surrounding areas. Founding Partners Brad Collins and Andrew Price say the firm is formalizing the announcement due to the firm’s continued growth over the last five years. “We were fortunate to meet at Wake Forest Law […]
How Do I Know I’m Disabled?
Most claimants filing for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) ask us the same question: “How do I know I’m disabled?” Social Security uses a five-step process to determine disability. In this blog post, we’ll review each question in the process in detail. If you do not qualify on the basis of even one of the questions listed […]
What To Do If You Miss Your Disability Appeal Deadline
When Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims are denied, claimants may appeal the decision. But the Social Security Administration (SSA) gives claimants a deadline to appeal. This appeal deadline is generally 60 days after you receive your notice of denial. The SSA does typically allow five days for mailing of the document. […]
How to Find a Good Disability Lawyer Online
Many people start their search for a good disability lawyer online. Before hiring, many clients visit a lawyer’s website, read their Google reviews and possibly ask friends or family for guidance. But, if you’re considering hiring a disability lawyer online, you’ll want to take the following steps first. Decide If You Want to Go Local […]
When Will People with Disabilities Get the Coronavirus Vaccine?
Like other states, North Carolina is implementing a phased approach to Covid-19 vaccine distribution. Originally, disabled adults were designed to be in Phase 2 of the State’s vaccination plan. But, the State revised its guidance following recommendations from the Federal Government. Now, North Carolina is expanding vaccinations to adults 65+, frontline and general healthcare workers. Disability advocates have […]
I Can’t Work – Why Didn’t I Get Approved for Disability?
Many clients contact us to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits once they receive a denial from the Social Security Administration (SSA). In many cases, they are frustrated and confused about the denial. This usually occurs when a claimant has serious medical setbacks which prevent them from returning to their old job. They’ve […]
How Much Money Do You Get on Disability?
The amount of money disability claimants receive depends on which Social Security program they qualify for. The Federal Social Security Disability Insurance Program (SSDI) pays benefits based on your average lifetime earnings. The Federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program pays benefits based on the SSI Federal benefit rate less any countable income you may have. […]
Can Social Security Check Your Bank Account?
If you receive benefits through the federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, the Social Security Administration (SSA) can check your bank account. They do this to verify that you still meet the program requirements. SSI is resource-specific and reserved for disabled people with limited means. That means you qualify for the program because you have limited […]
How Do I Know if I’m Eligible for Disability?
Before you think about filing for the federal Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Insurance (SSI) programs, you need to know if you’re eligible. Most disability lawyers offer free consultations for potential claimants to determine eligibility. But you can also do some initial research on your own before contacting a disability lawyer. To be […]