Denied Social Security disability claims are not uncommon. In fact, a large percentage of disability claims are denied on the first try, with reasons ranging from incomplete claim forms, lack of medical evidence, and failure to comply with the requirements of a consultative exam, among other things. [Read more…]
Archives for June 2017
Michigan Social Security Disability: Difference Between SSDI and SSI
The Social Security Administration (SSA) manages two federal benefit programs that provide monetary assistance to those who have permanent or extended disabilities that prevent them from being able to work. These two benefit programs are Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). [Read more…]
Social Security Disability Claims: Explaining Applications and Appeals
According to experts, roughly 37 million Americans are considered disabled. More than 50 percent of those people are still within the working ages of 18 and 64. Unfortunately, statistics show that one out of every four 20-year olds will sustain an injury or a medical condition that will render them disabled and unable to work before they retire. [Read more…]