Major Federal Acts That Guide SSDI
Understanding the major federal acts that guide Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be the key to unlocking the benefits you deserve. From the foundational Social Security Act of 1935 to the empowering Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), these cornerstone laws not only created SSDI but also protect your rights during the application process. Whether you're starting your claim, fighting an appeal, or exploring work opportunities, knowing your rights under these acts can make all the difference.
Learn how these laws help you navigate the SSDI process, how they are used in appeals, and why recent changes—like the Supreme Court's overturning of Chevron deference—could impact your claim.
How to Use SSA DI Numbers in POMS and the Blue Book to Start Your Disability Claim
Understanding SSA DI Numbers when starting your disability claim can be your secret weapon. These unique identifiers are mapped within the Program Operations Manual System (POMS) and cross-referenced with the SSA Blue Book, making it easier to locate critical information about your condition's eligibility. In this guide, we break down what DI Numbers are, how they're assigned, and how you can use them—alongside Blue Book listings and Compassionate Allowances—to strengthen your SSDI application and speed up the process.
Mastering the SSDI POMS: A Complete Guide to Understanding and Using Social Security's Operating Manual
This guide breaks down how POMS (Social Security's internal handbook) affects disability decisions and how you can use it to strengthen your SSDI claim. Learn how POMS is structured, where to find it, and how to leverage it for Compassionate Allowances, cancer claims, and stronger appeals.
Unlocking the SSA Blue Book: A Practical Guide to Disability Listings
Confused by how the SSA evaluates disability claims? The SSA Blue Book outlines which conditions may qualify. This guide walks you through how to use the Listing of Impairments, find your condition, and understand fast-track options like Compassionate Allowances.