The Social Security Administration (SSA) periodically conducts a Continuing Disability Review (CDR) to ensure beneficiaries meet the medical requirements necessary for disability benefits. If the SSA determines that your condition has significantly improved and you...
Social Security Disability
Understanding the SSDI trial work period
Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) programs are essential to provide regular income for individuals who cannot work because of illness or injury. Yet, some individuals in New Jersey may be unsure of their ability to return to work. The SSDI Trial Work Period...
Applying for SSDI benefits – what you should know
There are several reasons a disabled adult child may need Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and fortunately, there are steps family members can take to apply for these important benefits. Reasons to request SSDI SSDI provides the disabled adult child with...
Is SSDI voided if I have private long-term disability insurance?
For those who have private long-term disability insurance, you are the kind of person that plans ahead. If you need it, you may wonder whether you can still apply for Social Security Disability Insurance as well. SSDI is, essentially, federal long-term disability...
Disability benefits for inflammatory bowel disease
Inflammatory bowel disease is a classification of conditions that result in chronic inflammation of the digestive tract’s tissues. This includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. These conditions can result in extensive pain, diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss, and...
Why should you have your physical RFC evaluated?
Older workers may find learning new skills and adapting to new workplaces challenging. So, Social Security Disability benefits can be a valuable supplemental income to replace their lost wages. This is especially true for those aged 60 and above. While not mandatory...
A simple guide to continuing disability reviews in New Jersey
Even after filing for and actually getting Social Security Disability Insurance benefits following an injury in New Jersey, the journey is far from being completed. To stay qualified, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will review your condition at various times...
When can I expect my first disability payment?
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments are a lifeline for New Jersey residents who are unable to work, either temporarily or permanently. Because the application process is sometimes uncertain and difficult, many people wonder how long it will take to...
Can I collect SSDI and long-term disability insurance?
Working hard allows us to enjoy a certain standard of living throughout our lifetime. However, we do not stay young forever, and as we age, we are more prone to injuries and critical illnesses that can prevent us from continuing to work. Your entire life and career...
How SSDI grid rules affect older blue-collar worker’s benefits
After decades of working physically demanding jobs, as an older blue-collar worker, you may be unable to continue due to a disabling condition. With limited options to transfer to a new line of work, you may struggle to make ends meet and access the support you need....