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Baker & Baker PLLC is a social security disabilities firm in Pensacola, Florida and serving surrounding areas. Filing a Social Security claim is a complicated and time-consuming process. If you make even a minor mistake, your claim could be rejected. Take the weight off of your shoulders by calling Baker & Baker PLLC.
What You Do in Your Spare Time Matters When Trying to Get Social Security Disability
/by Baker & Baker PLLCWhen you begin your SSDI application, you’re thinking about your work—how many work credits you have, how your disability has affected your work and the loss of your income. But that’s not all the SSA looks at when they process your SSDI application. They’ll look at how you spend every part of your day, not […]
Does Traumatic Brain Injury Qualify for Social Security Disability?
/by Baker & Baker PLLCWhether it’s caused by a car crash, fall, or another type of accident, a traumatic brain injury could impact you for the rest of your life. Outcomes vary widely, due to the brain’s plasticity and overall unpredictability. What happens if a traumatic brain injury affects your ability to work and leaves you unable to provide […]
Common Mistakes That Can Ruin an SSD Disability Application
/by Baker & Baker, PLLCIf a disability has left you unable to work and provide for your family, you may be considering applying for Social Security Disability Insurance, also known as SSDI or SSD. The SSD program allows you to receive monthly payments from the Social Security fund that you have paid into throughout the course of your career. […]
Ways to Improve Your Social Security Disability Application
/by Baker & Baker PLLCApplying for Social Security disability benefits can be a grueling process, especially if you already know that the majority of applications are denied the first time around. This may make it seem like getting SSDI is all about luck—getting the right person at the SSA to view your file or catching them on a good […]
Can I Receive Social Security Benefits While Waiting for a Disability Determination?
/by Baker & Baker, PLLCIf you’re disabled and relying on an approved SSA claim to pay your bills and provide for yourself, the thought of waiting months for a disability determination can be stressful. However, there are situations in which you may receive partial or full benefits while waiting for a final disability determination. Find out if you meet […]
Work Credits and Qualifying for Social Security Disability Benefits
/by Baker & Baker PLLCThe Social Security Administration (SSA) is responsible for the approval and administration of Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) benefits. However, not everyone will be eligible for SSDI benefits. In fact, in order to be approved for SSDI benefits, you will need to meet very specific requirements, including having the required number of work credits. Understanding […]
What Do I Need to Know Before Applying for Disability Benefits?
/by Baker & Baker, PLLCIf a serious illness or injury has left you disabled and unable to work, you’ve likely considered applying for Social Security disability benefits. This program allows you to tap into the Social Security you’ve earned over the course of your career and continue to meet your financial obligations while you are disabled. Before you begin […]
Can You Collect Social Security Disability Benefits for Chronic Pain?
/by Baker & BakerChronic pain is a complex and multifaceted diagnosis, one that affects roughly 50 million Americans. You might think that getting Social Security disability benefits for chronic pain is simple, due to the widespread nature of this disease—unfortunately, the opposite is true. Since chronic pain can be difficult to prove, the SSA is wary of giving […]
Things You Can Do to Help in Your Social Security Disability Claim
/by Baker & BakerYou’re starting the process of applying for Social Security disability benefits, but maybe you’ve come across some information that makes you feel uncertain about your application or the process in general. With the vast majority of applications getting denied the first time around and many never getting approved, you might wonder if it’s even worth […]
What is the Difference Between SSDI and SSI?
/by Baker & Baker PLLCIf you are disabled and struggling to meet your financial obligations, you may be considering applying for disability benefits. The Social Security Administration manages two programs: Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income. While both programs do assist disabled individuals, they differ in some key ways. It is important to understand the differences between these […]