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SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) is for people who have worked and paid Social Security taxes long enough to earn "work credits." Benefits are based on your past earnings. SSI (Supplemental Security Income) is for people with limited income and resources, regardless of work history. Both programs provide disability benefits, but eligibility requirements and benefit amounts differ.

The timeline varies widely. Initial applications typically take 3-6 months for a decision. If denied and appealed, the process can take additional months or even years. Having professional representation can help avoid common mistakes that cause delays or denials.

There are work incentives that allow you to test your ability to work while keeping your benefits temporarily. The "substantial gainful activity" (SGA) threshold changes annually. We can help you understand these rules and structure your return to work carefully.

Denials are common, especially at initial levels. You have the right to appeal through multiple stages: reconsideration, hearing by an Administrative Law Judge, Appeals Council review, and federal court. We specialize in representing clients at hearings and can build a stronger case with additional evidence and expert testimony.

Our fee is regulated by Social Security and is only paid if we win your case. Typically, this is 25% of your past-due benefits up to a maximum set by law. There are no upfront costs, no hidden fees, and you don't pay anything if we don't win.

Yes! VA disability compensation and Social Security disability benefits are separate programs with different eligibility requirements. Having one does not disqualify you from the other. Many veterans successfully receive both, providing significantly more financial support.