Every person working in the United States typically contributes toward the Social Security program. Employers generally withhold funds to contribute to the program along with other tax obligations, and independent contractors will need to make those payments on their...
The average adult will never need to know much about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits even though they make contributions from their paycheck to this program every week. The only time they will need to communicate with the Social Security...
You suffered serious injuries, perhaps in a car accident or in some other fashion. You end up with brain injuries and a spinal cord injury, and there's absolutely no way that you can work while you heal. The good news is that doctors think that you will make a full...
Every paycheck you have received since you got your first job has had taxes taken out of it beforehand. You pay several different kinds of taxes, all of which help benefit you or support the state. One of the deductions you may notice on your paycheck is for Social...
The Social Security Blue Book is a book that has all listings of recognized impairments. The book has specific listings that detail out how serious an illness or injury has to be before a person can seek disability benefits. The Social Security Administration has the...
It started with muscle spasms in your back -- you thought that you overexerted yourself playing golf, except that they didn't go away. Eventually, you had to go to your doctor, who ordered many rounds of medical tests. Now, you're reeling from the realization that you...
It’s normal to want to panic when you receive a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) denial letter. You applied because you’re in a tough situation and need help. What will you do without those benefits? Here’s the truth, however: Most SSDI applicants get an...
