Understanding your Social Security “Date Last Insured” for Disability
An individual’s “date last insured” establishes the period of coverage during which an individual must prove that they became disabled.
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An individual’s “date last insured” establishes the period of coverage during which an individual must prove that they became disabled.
In certain situations, a person who has applied for disability can remain eligible even if they have engaged in work activity following the onset of their disabling impairments. Here, we'll discuss some examples, including the Trial Work Period.
In making a decision on your claim, Social Security will determine your maximum Residual Functional Capacity, or RFC.
This is a complex process, but a part of it involves a tool called the Medical Vocational Guidelines, also called “The Grids”, which helps guide the SSA in determining disability.
Social Security Disability insurance (SSDI) is a federal insurance program available to those who have worked and paid in a certain amount to Federal Insurance Contribution Act (FICA) taxes.
One of the strongest pieces of medical evidence you can submit to the Social Security Administration when applying for disability is a medical source statement from one of your medical providers.
After a Social Security Disability hearing, one of the most difficult aspects is waiting for the hearing decision to arrive in the mail. And then, what happens if you do not receive a Fully Favorable hearing decision?
The process of being awarded SSDI benefits can take quite some time, and it is often an attractive option to take so-called “early retirement” from Social Security at age 62.
Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits can be a long process, taking up to two or even three years from the time you submit your initial application until the time you are given an opportunity to present your case to a judge.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has enacted regulations that are designed to help military veterans who have applied for benefits.