Do I qualify for SSI or SSDI? What’s the difference? Do I qualify for SSI or SSDI? What’s the difference? Many people call us and ask, “Do I qualify for Social Security disability?” The definition of Social Security disability whether you are applying for the SSI program, or the SSDI program, is exactly the same. […]
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What is SSD? How does it work and what will I get? Oftentimes, it can be confusing to learn about SSD and how it works or how to apply. Well, Social Security Disability actually refers to two disability programs. There is the SSI program and the SSDI program. Essentially, in order to get either one
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Who is entitled to SSI benefits? Who is entitled to SSI benefits? Many people refer to SSI as if it were the whole disability program. However, the truth is that the Social Security Administration offers two disability programs. One is called SSDI and the other is SSI. SSI actually stands for Supplemental Security Income, and
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Can I work part-time on disability? Can I work part-time on disability? The rules around receiving SSDI or SSI and working are actually very technical and very complex. If you feel that you can return to work and you wish to do so, give us a call so we can carefully explain to you exactly
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What does disability insurance cover? Many people wonder, what does disability insurance cover? What benefits are provided by Social Security disability? If you qualify for Social Security disability, you will get a cash monthly benefit. I mean, essentially, these days, it’s direct deposit into a bank account, but it’s a monthly amount of money depending on
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How to get disability benefits? How to get disability benefits? Social security has a rather complicated application process. Sometimes people refer to it as a little bit of a labyrinth, if you will. You start off with an initial application. You can file that application online or you can go to a local office or
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If you are applying for Social Security Disability benefits, you likely have a number of questions and concerns about what it will take to get your application approved. One of the first steps is getting through your initial SSD/SSI interview. At Marasco & Nesselbush, LLP, we understand how stressful and confusing the application process can
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It is possible to get workers’ compensation and Social Security disability benefits at the same time. However, the way your workers’ comp payments are structured could significantly affect the amount you could receive in SSD benefits. Workers’ comp settlements may be a lump sum, in which you receive a one-time payment from your employer’s workers’
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Disabilities don’t affect just adults. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, about 2.8 million American children currently live with disabilities. Children and teens with disabilities have the right to access certain programs to help them live their best lives. These include the right to a free and appropriate education in public schools and the right
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State Senator Donna Nesselbush, an attorney at Marasco & Nesselbush, LLP, recently sat down with U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Congressman Jim Langevin to discuss the importance of protecting Social Security disability benefits for coming generations. The roundtable discussion event was held at Community Action Partnership of Providence. It also featured individuals who receive