Category: Social Security Claims

When you struggle with schizophrenia, you may find it challenging to work or handle daily activities. Fortunately, schizophrenia is a disability as far as the Social Security Administration (SSA) is concerned – though it has strict requirements to qualify. Establishing disability due to schizophrenia may entitle you to benefits that…

If you have cancer, you may wonder, “Is cancer a disability?” It might be if you meet the eligibility requirements for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income. The Oklahoma Social Security disability attorneys at Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons stand ready to help you determine whether your cancer…

The report from a consultative examination, or CE, is often one of the most pivotal pieces of evidence in a Social Security disability claim. In addition to medical findings and test results, how you interact with the disability doctor will heavily influence your case’s outcome. You should be prepared and…

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides benefits for qualified Americans who cannot work because of a disability. If you’re considering going to college and learning a new skill, you may wonder whether attending school will affect your SSDI benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has no rules forbidding SSDI recipients…

Several federal programs provide benefits to seniors and disabled individuals. Two of the most common programs are Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). However, each program comes with eligibility requirements that must be met to qualify for monthly payments.  So, what’s the difference between SSI and…

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provide financial support to individuals with disabilities. As drug and alcohol addiction can be among the most debilitating disorders an individual can face, many people wonder if these programs cover substance use disorders. Can You Get Disability Benefits for Drug…

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can offer a critical financial lifeline for people in need. Yet, according to data from the Social Security Administration, only 38 percent of claims are approved based on the initial application. That means nearly two-thirds of people are denied when they first apply for…