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Stephanie O. Joy, Esq.
- Apr 3
- 3 min
Aphasia (PPA) is a Compassionate Allowance Under Current SSA rules
Note: This article is for general information only and is not legal advice to any particular reader or individual. For legal advice, you...


Stephanie O. Joy, Esq.
- Jan 14
- 5 min
Cyclical Vomiting Syndrome: A Case Review
A Case Review: Cyclical Vomiting Syndrome – when CVS becomes disabling under Social Security Act and a few key recommended pieces of...


Stephanie O. Joy, Esq.
- Dec 22, 2021
- 2 min
Extra-Curricular Substances - Detracting from your SSD Claim
Tidbits of Treasures from Around the SSD Water Fountain - Don't Sink Your Ship Unnecessarily #1: Extra-Curricular Substances...
Joy Disability
- Sep 24, 2017
- 2 min
SSD Info: Social Security definition of disabled is a different animal
When people file for Social Security Disability benefits, with or without attorney representation, they have the burden of proving that...
Stephanie O. Joy, Esq. / JoyDisability.com
- Jul 13, 2017
- 2 min
Disabled claimants should not forget about SSI
Many Pennsylvania and New Jersey individuals interchange the terms “SSI” (Supplemental Security Income) and “SSD” (Social Security...
Stephanie O. Joy, Esq. / Joy Disability
- Feb 18, 2017
- 2 min
BLOG: Delaying Filing for SSDIB or Failing to Win, Can Kill Retirement Benefit.
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...
Stephanie O. Joy, Esq. / Joy Disability
- Aug 22, 2016
- 1 min
You Need Not Have Been Disabled for 12 Months To File For or Receive Social Security Disability
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...
Stephanie O. Joy, Esq. - Joy Disability
- Jul 18, 2016
- 1 min
BLOG: Applying for SSDI after my quarterly work credits have expired. If I apply after my DLI, won&#
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...
Stephanie O. Joy., Esq. / Joy Disabilty
- Sep 18, 2015
- 1 min
Can I Apply For SSI If I Am Denied SSDIB?
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...

Stephanie O. Joy, Esq. / Joy Disability
- Jul 24, 2015
- 1 min
BLOG: Can I Look For A Job While My SSD Claim Is Awaiting Hearing?
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...
Stephanie O. Joy, Esq./ JoyDisability.com
- Jul 5, 2015
- 2 min
Won Claim But in a Rush for Those Long-Awaited Benefits to Start? Patience is a Virtue...
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...
Stephanie O. Joy, Esq./JoyDisability.com
- Jul 2, 2015
- 1 min
BLOG: Working While Collecting SSD, Reporting Work, etc.
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....


Stephanie O. Joy, Esq.
- Jun 29, 2015
- 2 min
BLOG: Does Self-Employment Income Affect SSDIB Eligibility?
Revisited on 4/3/2022. QUESTION: I was on SDI [note: SDI typically refers to a state's disability program, such as NJ's or CA's, but...