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SSI and SSD benefits were awarded to our client prior to a hearing. Our client is a 47-year-old machine operator who suffered from seizures, a heart condition, diabetes, depression and complications from a stroke. Our firm was able to obtain an award for our client where he was awarded back pay for SSI & SSD benefits, which totaled over $25,000, and he also now receives ongoing monthly benefits totaling approximately.
$2,100 Per Month
$2,000 Per Month
SSD benefits were awarded after a hearing to our client, age 47, who worked as a mechanic. The client suffered from diabetic neuropathy and hypertension, recurrent back and neck pain, osteoarthritis, anxiety, and depression. Our firm obtained back benefits for the client in the amount of $33,000, and the client now receives an ongoing monthly SSD benefits of
$1,200 Per Month
SSD benefits were awarded to our client prior to a hearing. The client was a 50-year-old nursing assistant who suffered from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), anxiety, depression, and sciatica resulting from back pain. Our firm obtained back benefits in the amount of $20,000, and the client also receives ongoing monthly SSD benefits of
$650 Per Month
SSD benefits were awarded to our client after a hearing. The client was a 60-year-old administrative assistant who suffered from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic bronchitis, depression, and diabetes. Our firm obtained back pay in the amount of $23,000 and the client now receives ongoing monthly SSD benefits of
$1,700 Per Month
SSD benefits were awarded to out client prior to a hearing. The client was a 57-year-old mechanic who suffered from cardiovascular disease, dizziness, and recurring back pain. Our firm obtained back pay amounting to $12,000, and the client now receives ongoing SSD benefits of
$900 Per Month
SSD and SSI benefits were awarded to out client after a hearing. The client was a 60-year-old secretary who suffered from diabetes, hypertension, depression, and anxiety. Our firm obtained back SSI and SSD benefits in the amount of $40,000, and the client now receives ongoing monthly SSI and SSD benefits totaling
$1,500 Per Month
SSD benefits were awarded to our client after a hearing. The client was a 57-year-old office employee who suffered from diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, anxiety, and complications from a failed shoulder replacement. Our office obtained back pay in the amount of $20,000, and the client now receives ongoing monthly SSD benefits of
$2,000 Per Month
Social Security Review
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Rhode Island Social Security Disability
Do I qualify for Social Security Benefits?
You may qualify for is Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or both.
SSDI:
SSDI benefits are for disabled workers who have worked at least five of the past ten years. The five years of work experience give workers enough “credits” to qualify to receive benefits. These work requirements can be waived for workers who are disabled before the age of 22, who can recover from their parents’ benefits without any adverse effect on their parents’ benefits.
The amount of benefits that a worker can receive will be based on their Social Security earnings when the individual was working. The worker’s dependent children may be able to receive benefits if the disabled individual worked for a sufficient period of time. Disability payments can be retroactive for up to one year prior to the application provided that the applicant was disabled at that time.
SSI:
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is specifically intended for individuals who are blind or over the age of 65. SSI has strictincome restrictions because it is designed to supplement a disabled person’s income. A disabled person may earn too much to qualify to receive SSI. SSI is also available for individuals who have not worked for a substantial period of time. SSI usually pays retroactive benefits up to the day you applied for benefits.
EVIDENCE OF A DISABILITY FOR SSI or SSDI
The best way to show that you have a disability or impairment is with medical records and reports. Ask your doctor to prepare a report detailing your medical history, the symptoms of your illness/disability, your diagnosis and your prognosis. Make sure that your doctor also discusses how the disability relates to your ability to work, such as your ability to sit, stand, lift and work for an extended period of time.
Apply for Social Security benefits as soon as you and your doctor believe your impairment or disability will last longer than one year. There is no reason for you to delay your application for benefits. Waiting to file an application will only prolongs the time until you receive Social Security benefits. If you have a disability that affects your ability to work, apply as soon as possible.