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Learn about Social Security Disability (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and whether you might qualify for benefits.

Social Security Disability Basics

This basic information applies to both SSDI and SSI.

Social Security Disability Benefits: An Overview
A severe physical or mental condition may qualify you for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or SSI.
Disabilities Covered by Social Security Disability Benefits
Does your condition make you eligible for disability benefits?
Filing a Disability Application With Social Security (SSDI)
Here are some tips for applying for Social Security disability.
How Are Social Security Disability (and SSI) Backpayments Calculated?
Most people who are approved for Social Security disability benefits receive a substantial amount of backpay.
Mental Illness and Social Security Disability
It can be difficult to win a claim for Social Security disability based on mental illness.
How to Speed Up Your Social Security Disability Claim
To avoid a year-long wait for Social Security disability benefits, follow these tips.

About Hiring a Disability Lawyer

Very seldom does it make sense not to consult with a disability lawyer when you are trying to get SSDI or SSI.

When You Should Talk to a Social Security Disability Lawyer
When you think you won't be able to work for a long time, have a free consultation with a disability lawyer.
How Much Does a Social Security Disability Lawyer Cost?
A disability lawyer generally gets a quarter of your Social Security back payments, if you win.
How to Find a Good Disability Lawyer
Asking the right questions will ensure you find a qualified, experienced, and ethical disability attorney.

SSDI: Social Security Disability Insurance

How Much in Social Security Disability (SSDI) Benefits Can You Get?
Here's how Social Security calculates your SSDI benefits.
How Much Can You Work While Receiving Social Security Disability (SSDI) Benefits?
You can test out your ability to work while collecting Social Security disability without losing your benefits.
Collecting Other Benefits and Income While on Social Security Disability
Some benefits and income will decrease your SSDI check, while others will not.
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SSI: Supplemental Security Income

How Much Can You Work While Receiving SSI Disability Benefits?
You can work as long as your countable income doesn't go above the SSI income limit.
Income and Asset Limits for SSI Disability Eligibility
To get disability benefits from SSI, you can't have much income or assets.
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How Social Security Makes Disability Decisions

If you're thinking about applying for Social Security disability benefits, you'll want to know how your claim is evaluated.

Disability Denials and Appeals

Eight Reasons You May Be Denied Disability Benefits
Will your claim for SSDI or SSI disability benefits be denied?
The Five Levels of Social Security Disability Appeals
Getting your denied disability claim appealed through the SSA's appeals system.
How to Appeal a Denied Disability Claim
Learn about how to file an appeal at each step of the disability appeals system.
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Dependents and Survivors Benefits for Family Members of the Disabled

Debt and Disability Payments

Free Health Care for the Disabled

Help With Social Security Disability Claims

Nolo's Guide to Social Security Disability

Nolo's Guide to Social Security Disability is the essential book for anyone dealing with a long-term or permanent disability. Get instructions on how to apply for disability and how to present your case.

Talk to a Disability Lawyer

If you've been denied Social Security Disability benefits and you'd like to appeal your case to an Administrative Law Judge, you may want to have representation to better your odds of winning.

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Social Security Disability Lawyers
Browse Nolo's lawyer directory to find a Social Security Disability Lawyer to help file your SSDI or SSI claim, or appeal a denied disability claim.
Legal Updates
Find recent changes and updates to Social Security and SSI Disability law.
Best Social Security Disability Websites