Workers who receive Social Security disability (SSD) benefits usually understand that these much-needed government payments only last for a limited time. Under certain circumstances, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will no longer provide these benefits. In...
Social Security Disability (SSD)
SSD benefits for surviving spouses
Social Security Disability Insurance provides benefits for people who worked but are no longer able to. SSD benefits are designed to help disabled workers and their families. There are thousands of people in South Carolina who rely on SSD benefits to help them support...
Knowing how much you get in Social Security disability benefits
For decades, you have relied on that bi-weekly paycheck to support your family. Food, shelter, insurance along with health care comprise a good chunk of your expenses. They must be paid as you take care of your spouse and children. However, you face a personal and...
How Do I Get the COVID-19 Stimulus Check if I am on Social Security?
For most people who have direct deposit set up for their tax returns, they have received or will receive a COVID-19 stimulus check directly in their bank account - you don't need to do anything except wait for the Treasury Department to deposit the funds. But what if...
How to appeal a denied Social Security claim
Going through a catastrophic accident that leaves you partially or completely disabled is an extremely difficult situation to overcome. There will likely be changes that affect your ability to perform daily tasks. You also might not be able to continue working. This...
Does SSDI cover mental-health issues?
We all pay into federal payroll taxes each check with the comfort of knowing that if we're ever injured or otherwise disabled we have a social safety net on which to rely. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a government program designed to provide income...
Social Security survivor benefits can offset income lost by death
The loss of a spouse can be emotionally and financially devastating. While nothing can bring back a loved one, Social Security survivor benefits can help some spouses ease the loss of income caused by a loved one’s passing. Do you qualify? As a widow or widower, you...
How Do I Make a Social Security and Disability (SSDI) Claim in SC?
If you get sick or injured and you're unable to work, the bill collectors don't care. You'll still have to pay your mortgage or rent, and the family still has to eat...For some people in this situation (about 9 million), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can...
My Social Security Disability Benefits Were Denied, What Now?
It's no surprise that your Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits were denied - did you know that the government automatically denies most applications for disability benefits?Whether you are about to apply for benefits or they have already been denied, odds are...
