Category: Social Security Disability

When people apply for Social Security Disability Insurance, they must meet the strict requirements set by the Social Security Administration. In addition to a duration of work test, which evaluates the amount of time the applicant has worked under Social Security, the administration performs a recent work test. This test determines the...

A number of people in Maryland and across the country apply for Social Security Disability benefits as a way to help them make ends meet when they are unable to work. In order to be eligible for SSDI benefits, people must meet certain criteria that is set in place by the Social...

People who receive Social Security Disability Insurance benefits are not prohibited from rejoining the workforce. Some beneficiaries may be frightened that if they join the workforce, they will have their SSDI retracted and could end up in a bad spot should something go wrong. There are programs available, however, that help disabled...

How Long Will People Wait for SSA People who apply for Social Security Disability Insurance in Maryland may be waiting a significant amount of time before they receive a response as to whether they are approved for benefits. The number of people who receive SSDI benefits has risen...

While you may think that Social Security Disability Insurance is reserved for people who have a physical impairment, injury or disability that inhibits their ability to earn a living, there are some mental disabilities that also qualify for these types of benefits. At McGowan & Cecil, LLC, we understand that filing for...

Filing for Social Security Disability Insurance in Maryland can be a long and grueling process. In some cases, it can take months to hear back from the SSA regarding a decision on a claim for disability benefits. When an SSDI application is filled out incorrectly or has information missing, the claim may...

Whether you have been permanently injured in a catastrophic accident or you have a disability that affects your ability to work, you may be eligible to receive federal financial assistance. At McGowan & Cecil LLC., we understand that applying for Social Security Disability Insurance in Maryland may seem like a tedious process....

People who have physical injuries or conditions are not the only ones who may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. Workers who are afflicted with mental disorders, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, may also be eligible for benefits. While many people know that these mental conditions are hereditary, research shows that...

For those who have recently become afflicted with a serious injury or condition that makes it difficult for them to work in Maryland, Social Security Disability Insurance may seem like a good option. SSDI benefits assist those who are unable to continue working because of a condition or illness they have acquired,...

Social Security Disability Insurance is designed to assist people who have been a part of the workforce for a period of time but have sustained a life-changing disability that restricts their work abilities. At McGowan & Cecil LLC, we know that not everyone is eligible for SSDI benefits and that filing an...