Category: Disability Benefit Rules
SSDI and Medicare: The 24 Month Wait, and How Californians Cover the Gap
July 22, 2026
Being approved for Social Security disability is a relief. Then you read the paperwork more carefully and realize the health coverage you assumed came with it does not start for two years. That gap is real, it catches almost everyone by surprise, and for someone too sick to work it can be the most frightening […]
Read MoreHow long does a disability appeal take with a lawyer?
September 11, 2025
When a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claim is denied, the appeals process can be the difference between receiving essential benefits and facing continued financial hardship. The timeline for a disability appeal depends on several variables, including the stage of appeal, the complexity of the case, and administrative backlogs. Legal […]
Read MoreHow Much Can Your Spouse Make If You’re on Disability? (2026 Income Limits)
September 5, 2024
If you receive SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance), your spouse’s income does not affect your benefits at all — there is no limit on how much your spouse can earn. However, if you receive SSI (Supplemental Security Income), your spouse’s income directly impacts your benefits through a process called “income deeming.” In 2026, the maximum […]
Read MoreWhat Can You Own on Social Security Disability? (2026 Asset Limits Explained)
January 29, 2024
If you receive SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance), there are no limits on what you can own — you can have a home, car, savings, investments, and any other assets without affecting your benefits. However, if you receive SSI (Supplemental Security Income), you are limited to $2,000 in countable resources as an individual or $3,000 […]
Read MoreCan I take a Vacation While on Disability?
Many individuals receiving disability benefits may wonder if taking a vacation is permissible under the restrictions and guidelines of their disability status. The general consensus is that, indeed, vacations are not prohibited for those on disability. While disability benefits are in place to support individuals who are unable to work due to their health conditions, […]
Read MoreCan a Person Collect Both Unemployment and SSDI?
January 22, 2024
Deciding to apply for unemployment benefits while receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a decision that requires careful consideration of both eligibility and legal implications. The intersection of unemployment and SSDI benefits raises important questions, as the former is intended for those who are willing and able to work but have lost employment, while […]
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