The Impact of Service-Related Injuries on Veterans Disability Claims
Veterans who have served our country often face unique challenges when they return to civilian life, particularly when it comes to dealing with service-related injuries. These injuries can have a profound impact on a veteran’s ability to work and maintain a normal quality of life. Understanding how service-related injuries affect veterans’ disability claims is crucial […]
SSDI Approval Time: How Long Does It Take?
SSDI approval time isn’t a set science, and some applicants wait years for approval. The SSDI timeline also involves considerable wait time from the initial application to the day you begin receiving benefits. While the Social Security Administration has a goal of accelerating its disability-determining processing time, it is currently a long game for anyone […]
What to Do if Your Veterans Disability Claim is Denied
So many veterans apply for the VA disability benefits they were promised while they were in the military or heard about later, only to receive a denial letter. It happens frequently to most veterans on their first try. If this is you, chances are you’re feeling discouraged, especially if you’ve filed your initial claim. Many […]
Understanding the Social Security Disability Claims Process
Most people don’t think about Social Security Disability claims until they are faced with a disability. Filing a disability claim is a long-term commitment that requires patience and plenty of records. As a rule, you can expect to wait a minimum of three to five months for approval if everything goes well. However, getting all […]
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Filing for Veterans Disability
Despite the Veterans Administration’s efforts to help veterans when filing for veterans disability, the process is still complex. Because of this difficulty, those filing for veteran’s disability don’t have an easy time and can make mistakes that can delay or even end their claim. It’s more than just filling out a form and waiting for […]
How to Apply for Veterans Disability Benefits Successfully
With roughly 35% of all initial claims denied, applying for veterans benefits can be intimidating. Getting veterans disability benefits is a long and difficult process that can be overwhelming, especially in the beginning. There is a process to apply for veterans benefits that requires some precision and accuracy. If you’ve never tried to get veteran’s […]
Common Reasons Social Security Disability Claims are Denied
Getting approved for Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI, is a difficult process even at the best of times. In 2023, over 3.1 million people applied for SSDI, but only 561,585 were approved, about 0.18%. If you’ve applied for SSDI before and were denied, you’re not alone. There are a variety of reasons why you […]
How to Gather Medical Evidence for SSDI Claim
Filing a disability claim can be overwhelming. If you’re unable to work, or permanently disabled, you’ll be required to demonstrate that you are and why. One difficult task is locating and obtaining medical evidence for SSDI to show the Social Security Administration (SSA) how and why you are disabled. Many SSDI applications are denied because […]
Understanding Veterans Disability Benefits: A Comprehensive Guide
Whether you’re new to seeking veterans disability benefits, trying to get benefits, or seeking an increase, you may have encountered difficulties navigating the VA’s system. You’re not alone—many people who have tried to apply for and receive the benefits they earned have been frustrated by the lack of help from the VA. Even the VA’s […]
