For people living with rare and severe health conditions, getting fast-tracked access to Social Security disability benefits can mean the difference between life and death. Each year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) typically announces additions to its list of medical…
If you are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments, it’s important to be aware of common reasons SSDI claims are denied. What Is SSDI? SSDI is a program administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). It pays disability benefits…
Both spouses can claim Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. However, in order to do so, each spouse must independently qualify for SSDI benefits. SSDI benefits consider the work history and earnings of each person who has worked and paid Social Security…
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal public assistance program that helps financially support people who become disabled. When applying for SSDI, many people want to know upfront how much they will be eligible to receive. An individual who…
The following article was featured in the print edition of Newsday on July 9th, 2024 written by Lynn Brenner. My husband and I, both 61, are thinking about how our future retirements will affect our son. He’s 31 and has…
Kelly is 24 years old. She is on the autism spectrum and is receiving SSI. She is doing her best to be independent, but the monthly stipend is limited and it is difficult to live on her own with minimal…
The Compassionate Allowances program helps the Social Security Administration (SSA) identify people living with rare and serious medical conditions that render patients disabled. According to SSA Acting Commissioner Kilolo Kijakazi, the Compassionate Allowances program is the SSA’s way of “reducing barriers…
SOCIAL SECURITY 2024 UPDATE SSI FOR NYS RESIDENTS Individual $1,030/month Couple $1,519/month MAXIMUM TAXABLE EARNINGS Social Security (OASDI only) $168,600 QUARTER OF COVERAGE Earnings Required $1,730/quarter SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY THRESHOLD Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) Non-Blind $1,550 Blind $2,590…
SOCIAL SECURITY 2023 UPDATE SSI FOR NYS RESIDENTS Individual $1,001/month Couple $1,475/month MAXIMUM TAXABLE EARNINGS Social Security (OASDI only) $160,200 QUARTER OF COVERAGE Earnings Required $1,640/quarter SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY THRESHOLD Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) Non-Blind $1,470 Blind $2,460…
The social security law and benefit requirements can be very confusing! Many people mistakenly believe that SSI and SSDI are one and the same. This article will clarify the major differences between these two distinct programs. An estate attorney in…