The Stephanie O. Joy

When people file for Social Security Disability benefits, with or without attorney representation, they have the burden of proving that...

Many Pennsylvania and New Jersey individuals interchange the terms “SSI” (Supplemental Security Income) and “SSD” (Social Security...

Happy Saturday! With the first half off for a mother-daughter date, and some stunning February weather, it is hard to get back in here...

Question: I am unable to work since January, 2016 due to an injury. My friend insists that I have to be disabled for 12 months before I...

QUESTION: “I think I can prove my disability commenced years ago, long before I lost my work credits and when I was still insured for...

QUESTION: I want to apply for SSDI. If it is denied, can I still apply for SSI? ANSWER: Yes, but if you believe you may meet the...

Yes, of course. There are several issues to be aware of, however, should you get that job: 1) If it is full time and you are successful...

QUESTION: My back pay goes back 3 years and I am going to be recieving a large amount. However, I am so backed up with bills, services...

QUESTION: "I receive ssdi in the amount of $901.. I recently started working a part time job at $9 an hr. I work about 22 hrs a week....

QUESTION: I was on SDI [note: SDI typically refers to a state's disability program, such as NJ's or CA's, but unless otherwise...