Social Security Disability Archives

Social Security Disability Programs During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The media headlines are saturated with stories about the losses and struggles millions are facing in light of the novel coronavirus COVID-19. However, the situation is even more urgent for individuals with disabling medical conditions and associated implications. The good…

Top Myths About ERISA and Long-Term Disability Benefits

Many people will give you advice about your long-term disability claim, but not all of them speak from a position of knowledge. Some are correct in saying that the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) applies to the private disability…

Returning to Work After Being on Social Security Disability

Though many recipients of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits will continue to get payments for the rest of their lives, there are others who see the arrangement as temporary. Some will experience improvement in their medical condition, so they…

U.S. Supreme Court Hears Social Security Disability Case

On December 4th, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear the case Biestek v. Berryhill, which asks the court to decide whether an administrative law judge hearing a Social Security disability appeal may rely on the testimony of a vocational expert…

Federal Disability Retirement or Social Security – What Could You Qualify For?

October 14, 2018
Christopher Vaughn
Federal Disability Retirement, Social Security Disability

Federal Disability Retirement means ‘occupational’ disability where you become unable to perform duties for a specific occupation, unlike Social Security Disability which is a ‘total’ disability. What makes you eligible for the ‘Federal Disability Retirement’? Below are the requirements that…