Understanding when Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) converts to retirement benefits can be confusing. SSDI is strictly for disabled workers, while retirement benefits are for people who have retired from the workforce. At O’Neil and Bowman Disability Group, we help clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region understand what to expect as they near retirement age. Let’s […]
As we look forward to 2025, it’s important to understand how changes to Social Security benefits may affect you. One key aspect is the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). Current 2025 COLA estimates for Social Security suggest there could be significant changes coming for those receiving disability benefits. In this article, we’ll explain what COLA […]
Living with a disability can significantly impact your life, making everyday tasks challenging and work responsibilities impossible. Many disabled individuals require financial assistance to manage health and living expenses. Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits offer crucial support, but securing these benefits can be difficult. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has a rigorous evaluation process. This […]
How Age Affects SSDI Disability Applications Navigating the complexities of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be daunting. The Social Security Administration (SSA) understands that a person’s work capability is influenced by more than just their physical health. When applying for SSDI, the SSA also measures factors such as an individual’s educational background and […]
Social Security Disability benefits are federal financial assistance provided to disabled individuals who are unable to support themselves due to their disability. Unfortunately, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has a stringent application process in place to prevent fraudulent claims. Due to the complexity of the filing process, many claimants who are legitimately disabled are denied […]
How Long Does it Take to Get Social Security Disability? As of December 2022, the Social Security Administration (SSA) notified those awaiting disability benefits determinations that wait times had increased exponentially due to staffing shortages, lack of funding, and a backlog of disability claims that had accumulated during the pandemic. The customary wait time which […]
SSDI and Going Back to Work Many people who receive Social Security Disability benefits are able to return to work after a recovery period. However, for individuals who wish to return to work but are still struggling with their disability on a daily basis, surrendering their benefits to seek employment can be nerve-racking. If a […]
What is A Representative Payee? A representative payee is an individual or organization that is responsible for distributing Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments on behalf of a recipient who cannot or is not legally able to manage these funds. The role of a representative payee is to intelligently and […]
With already increased wait times and a higher probability of being denied Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI), many claimants and Social Security beneficiaries are growing restless as they wait on application reviews and delayed payments. Not only is this longstanding issue a serious financial concern for those who already depend […]
Long Delays in the Social Security Disability Claims Process Application Wait Times Continue to Lengthen As Social Security Disability Lawyers in Virginia are well aware, delays in disability applications are at an all time high. Under normal conditions it can take three to six months to receive a response to your initial application for benefits […]
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