If you live in California and cannot work because of a medical condition, financial assistance is available through state and federal programs. Long-term disability, which is expected to last for at least 12 months or cause death, could make you eligible for the Social Security Disability Insurance or the Supplemental Security Income programs. Both of […]
How Long After Disability Hearing Should I Hear Of A Decision?
A Social Security disability hearing with an administrative law judge is the second level in the appeal process. If you are at this level in the appeal process, you have already waited for your application to go through the initial disability determination process. Your disability lawyer then requested a reconsideration, which is the first level […]
How Long Does It Take To Be Approved For Disability?
When you are disabled due to a medical condition and unable to work due to that disability, you are likely to face a multitude of financial difficulties and a lot of mental stress. In such a situation, Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits can help ease some of the mental stress and reduce your financial burden. […]
How Much Does California State Disability Pay?
If you are a California resident, you are entitled to short-term disability benefits provided by your state even if you do not qualify for disability benefits. According to the State of California’s Employment Development Department (EDD), the California State Disability Insurance (SDI) program provides SDI benefits if you are unable to work because of a […]
Why Did I Get Two Social Security Checks This Month?
If you are disabled or retired, you may receive a monthly check from the Social Security Administration. Sometimes, you may even receive two. You may wonder why that happens – and it’s an important question to ask. At Sackett & Associates, we’re here to help you find the answers to questions like these, and many […]
How To Apply for Permanent Disability Benefits in California?
Some work injuries can lead to physical and mental impairments that render you unable to work. Short-term disability can take care of such injuries when you can recover from your work-related injury. However, if the injury leads to total impairment from gainful employment, you must consider applying for Permanent Disability benefits in California. This will […]
Can You Collect Social Security At 66 And Still Work Full Time?
When you consider if you can collect Social Security at 66 and still work full-time without losing out on your benefits, you need to remember that after reaching the full retirement age (FRA) you can earn an unlimited amount of income and yet receive full retirement benefits. Retirement benefits are not really concerned with whether […]
What is My Social Security Disability Benefit Amount?
What is the amount that you will receive as your Social Security Disability (SSD or SSDI) benefit payment? This may be the most important question in your mind when applying for SSD benefits. As a matter of principle, the SSD monthly benefit amount is determined on the basis of the number of years for which […]
How Do I Check The Status Of My Social Security Disability Claim
Waiting for news about the Social Security Administration’s (SSA’s) decision on your Social Security Disability (SSD) claim can be frustrating. While there’s no way to rush the process along once you’ve filed your claim, you have a better chance of getting your decision sooner when you file a well-prepared, complete, and organized claim. That’s where […]