If you've been affected by a severe injury or illness, such as a spinal cord injury or multiple sclerosis, in New York, you may be eligible to receive disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Knowing how the SSA defines substantial gainful...
Supplemental Security Income, also known as SSI disability, is a lifesaver program for many disabled individuals in New York. It provides a basic income for those who are disabled and do not have enough Social Security tax credits to receive Social Security Disability...
Anyone who applies for Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI, in New York is never given any guarantees. Not every application will be approved; this is based mainly on the type of disability and medical condition. Not every condition is the same The Social...
Traumatic brain injuries can be devastating for any New York resident affected by them. There are certain leading causes of these injuries, which can be expensive if a person requires lifetime care. What is a traumatic brain injury? A traumatic brain injury is a type...
Many New Yorkers are denied Social Security Disability Insurance when they file for benefits. There are several reasons why this happens, but the primary reason is that SSDI is a qualified insurance program based on tax credits accrued during a working career. Many...
Are you planning to apply for SSDI benefits in New York? You have every right to do so. There are a great many benefits that you will be entitled to if you are approved. However, you should also be aware of the most common myths that have been built up by...
Psoriatic arthritis is a severe, debilitating illness that causes pain and inflammation in the joints. The government provides disability benefits to cover the medical bills and living expenses of individuals who are diagnosed with this condition. In New York, there...
If you're a resident of New York who is elderly or disabled, knowing the difference between Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is important. These programs can be beneficial when you have limited financial resources to...
New Yorkers who can't work due to injury or illness have the option of long- or short-term disability insurance. It's important to know the differences between these types of insurance. What is disability insurance? Disability insurance is a type of coverage that...
Your Social Security retirement benefits are based on an accumulation of lifetime earnings. A disability reduces the total amount of benefits that you earn in the end. A disability freeze allows disabled people in New York to achieve the full potential of their Social...
