Social Security Blog

The Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits process can be extremely confusing, particularly to those who are seeking benefits for the first time. Having to file a claim, dealing with a challenging medical condition and facing the financial stresses that accompany being unable to work can quickly become overwhelming. With the help of a skilled Detroit…

If you have become disabled and are considering applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, it is important you are aware of the mistakes to avoid. The Social Security Administration’s (SSA) process for reviewing and approving SSD benefit application is highly technical and complex. Approvals, particularly those of first-time applicants, are unfortunately quite rare. You…

One question commonly asked by individuals who are currently receiving or eligible to receive Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits is whether their spouse can get SSD benefits. As long as you and your existing spouse have been married for at least one year, he or she may qualify to receive a monthly spouse benefit. Divorced…

When an individual becomes disabled, whether due to illness or injury, his or her future ability to work and earn a living is dramatically impacted. Fortunately, qualifying individuals can seek financial benefits through a few federal programs. Two of these programs are Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Both programs can…

What is the Ideal Time to Claim SSD Benefits? Any person who meets the criteria for disability as outlined by the Social Security Administration can get Social Security Disability benefits, but the process is exceptionally complex. The time when you file can make a difference in how your case progresses through the system, and when…