There are a lot of misconceptions about SSDI and Medicare in New Jersey. Some people think that they are the same thing, while others think that SSDI is just a precursor to Medicare. If you want to clear up any confusion, here's what you need to know. The difference...
What is a Social Security disability freeze?
Suffering an extended illness or injury can result in financial instability. This can be an unfortunate result of having to take time off from your job in New Jersey. The amount of time that you take can be more than your employer is able to grant. Loss of employment...
How Medicare is connected to SSDI benefits
The lines between SSDI and Medicare are blurred for New Jersey residents with disabilities and serious medical conditions. Recipients of Social Security Disability Insurance qualify for Medicare benefits with certain conditions. There are special requirements for SSDI...
3 ways you’re just plain wrong about SSDI benefits in New Jersey
Many people in New Jersey are misinformed about SSDI benefits. Some people don't recognize SSDI's importance and value while others don't know how to make the most of it even though they qualify. Here are the three top ways you might be wrong about SSDI benefits....
6 ways to get SSD benefits quicker in New Jersey
Are you struggling to get Social Security disability benefits in New Jersey? The process of applying and getting approved for benefits can indeed be long and frustrating. However, there are ways to get your claim processed more quickly. Here are six of the best ways...
Work incentives exist for SSDI recipients
Persons who discover they cannot work due to a disability may seek Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. New Jersey residents who qualify could cover certain living expenses with the payments, provided their application receives approval. Some...
How does receiving inheritance affect Social Security Disability?
The Social Security Administration has set rules that govern how an inheritance can impact any New Jersey residents who receive disability benefits. The issue with an inheritance is that there are two distinctly different programs for those who are disabled. One...
What do you need to know about SSDI?
You may have heard of SSI (Supplemental Security Income) and SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) as possible disability benefits in New Jersey. SSDI is for workers who have worked a long time and paid Social Security taxes. Their time working needs to be...
SSD hearing waiting times
If you don't agree with the decision made by the Social Security Administration regarding your claim for disability benefits, you can submit an appeal. Most of the time, that will involve a hearing in front of an administrative law judge, or ALJ. However, this can be...
Is it possible to get SSDI and SSI benefits?
There are many people in New Jersey who receive both Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income. These programs are generally known as SSDI and SSI. Being eligible for both is not typical in most cases, but both programs do apply to many...
