Social Security Disability is complicated, and many people feel overwhelmed by the SSDI process. They are not sure if they are eligible for benefits or how to apply.
Also referred to as SSDI or Title II benefits, Social Security Disability Insurance benefits were created for people who cannot work because severe physical or mental impairments limit their abilities. To be eligible for benefits, the impairment(s) must be expected to last at least one year or result in death.
The SSDI benefit amount a person receives depends on several factors, including:
1) What was paid into the Social Security System?
2) The number of quarters earned.
3) How long ago the disability started
4) When the person applied for benefits
Unfortunately, the application process is very hard to come by for the average person, thus in order to ensure that you claim will be properly processed, many applicants consider hiring a Social Security Disability Advocate to represent their claim.
