Last Updated: February 8, 2026
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides benefits to millions of Americans experiencing a long term disability that keeps them out of the work force. To qualify for SSDI, you must meet a strict set of guidelines. However, there are certain medical conditions recognized by the Social Security Administration (SSA) that…
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Last Updated: February 4, 2026
If you recently received a favorable outcome for your claim or are curious about the duration of your SSDI payments, you will be happy to know that, in most instances, they will last until retirement as long as you are still disabled and unable to work due to your disability….
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Last Updated: February 4, 2026
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) both have strict financial criteria and limitations to determine eligibility for benefits. In the case of how passive income can affect your Social Security disability benefits, it is important to understand how income is factored into these two forms of…
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Last Updated: February 4, 2026
By agreeing to receive unemployment benefits, you are stating that you are able and willing to work but cannot currently find work. While you can apply for SSDI while on unemployment, you should really consider your medical and/or mental health conditions. If you believe you should be able to return…
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Last Updated: February 4, 2026
The answer to that question is complicated and can be a cause for unwanted stress. By agreeing to receive unemployment, you are stating that you are able and willing to work, but you cannot currently find work. If you have applied for SSI while on unemployment and were denied, contact…
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Last Updated: February 4, 2026
When your medical conditions prevent you from being able to work, you should consider applying for SSI right away if you believe you qualify for Supplemental Security Income. Why Apply for SSI Now – Key Takeaways ✓Medical Records Have Limits: Facilities only keep records for a certain number of years…
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Last Updated: February 4, 2026
The SSDI attorneys at Michael Armstrong Law in New Mexico, frequently get asked this question. It is important to understand that qualifying for SSDI is a lot more difficult than it is to qualify for SSI. This is primarily because SSDI is only available to individuals who have paid taxes…
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Last Updated: February 4, 2026
When your medical conditions prevent you from being able to work, you should consider applying for SSDI right away if you qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Applying for SSDI Now – Key Takeaways ✓Medical Records Have Expiration Dates: In New Mexico, records must be kept for at least…
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Last Updated: February 2, 2026
The SSDI and SSI application process can be a long and winding road toward receiving your monthly benefits. Once you have filed an initial application, it can take about 6 to 8 months before you receive your initial decision from Disability Determination Services, though recent SSA data shows initial processing…
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Last Updated: February 2, 2026
Nearly eight million Americans currently receive monthly cash payments through the Supplemental Security Income – or SSI – program. Administered by the Social Security Administration, SSI is a vital safety net for people with little or no income who require money to pay for basic necessities such as food, clothing,…
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