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Social Security disability programs assist millions of people who cannot work because of disabling medical conditions. They do not, however, pay for short-term disabilities expected to last for less than a year. Workers in California have access to a state program that provides short-term wage-replacement benefits. A CA disability weekly benefit equal to a percentage […]

California is one of only five states that provide short-term disability benefits through a state-mandated program, the California State Disability Insurance (SDI). Workers can receive from 70-90% of what they earned before becoming disabled. SDI provides short-term benefits for up to 52 weeks. If you have a disability that prevents you from working for longer […]

You probably heard or read about the Social Security disability application process being difficult. Before you apply for disability benefits on your own, consider some statistics about the process. The Social Security Administration’s initial application review process denies benefits to 62% of applicants. A report by the General Accountability Office, a federal agency, revealed that […]

The initial review process denies benefits to 62% of those applying for Social Security disability benefits. Although some people give up, the appeals process offers four ways to challenge an unfavorable decision. The appeals process consists of four levels or steps, starting with a reconsideration appeal. If you choose to handle the reconsideration appeal without […]

People with COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, may experience shortness of breath and other breathing difficulties. Routine physical activities, such as caring for themselves and walking, become a struggle and could prevent them from continuing to work and earn a living. Social Security disability for COPD provides monthly benefits to ease the financial burden […]

A severe heart condition can make daily activities, including those related to working, difficult or impossible to do. If a heart problem prevents you from working, heart disability benefits through the Social Security Administration may be available as a financial resource.   According to an SSA report, approximately 11% of the applications it approves for […]

If you cannot work due to an injury or illness unrelated to work or to a pregnancy, California provides wage replacement benefits. California state disability insurance (SDI) provides short-term benefits equivalent to a percentage of your wages. California is one of only five states that provide short-term benefits. This article explores SDI to explain the […]

When a person cannot work because of a disabling medical condition, short-term disability benefits could replace their lost wages. Short-term disability benefits generally come through a plan provided by employers or through disability policy an individual purchases from an insurance company. California residents have access to short-term disability benefits through a state program. State Disability […]

It may surprise you to know you can work while collecting disability benefits. The Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income programs allow beneficiaries to earn extra money each month or test their ability to work again. Working and earning an income while collecting SSDI or SSI is possible provided that you comply with […]

Learning that your Social Security disability benefit payment was reduced this month can be a shock when you depend on it to pay your living expenses. A reduction in your disability benefits usually has a reason behind it. Here are some of the reasons that you may have a Social Security check reduced, and what […]