Social Security Drops Outdated Jobs from Disability Benefits Evaluation
Obsolete jobs such as “reptile farmer,” “log scaler” and “canary breeder” can no longer be used to deny applications for Social Security disability benefits. That’s because the Social Security Administration made the biggest update to its occupations list since 1991 – over thirty years ago. The Social Security Administration removed 114 occupations from the Dictionary of Occupational […]
Understanding Compassionate Allowances: Fast-Tracking Disability Claims for Severe Conditions
Social Security disability claims can take a long time to evaluate. The initial application process can be quite complicated for the average person and are often denied based on technical mistakes. When the initial disability application is denied, the applicant has to undergo a complex appeals process. They often cannot do so without a Social […]
Navigating Part-Time Work While Receiving Social Security Disability Benefits
Many Americans with disabilities (and a lot of beneficiaries of Social Security disability benefits) wonder if they can work part time to supplement their current disability benefits payments. The process of applying for these disability benefits can be arduous. If you have gone through the application process and been denied several times before getting your […]
Debunking Common Myths About Social Security Disability Benefits
If you have a disability and are looking for information about Social Security disability benefits, it’s easy to come across a lot of misinformation. Read about the top 10 myths that we encounter regarding Social Security disability benefits. Then read through our commonly asked questios and application process. Top 10 Myths About Social Security Disability Benefits Myth 1: […]