A disability can cause serious financial problems for people who become too ill or injured to work. The American government provides a safety net by allowing certain people with severe disabilities to ...

Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) Benefits involves a detailed and structured process that can be difficult to navigate without a clear understanding of the necessary steps. The ...

The psychological assessment can be a stressful part of your disability application, but with preparation, it doesn’t have to be. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that less than 23% of ...

I often encounter people who are unsure if they need disability insurance. “It’ll never happen to me” is a common mindset. But any individual who works, regardless of whether they’re 21 or 60, on the ...

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Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Thomas J Catalano is a CFP and Registered Investment Adviser with the state of South ...

The Social Security Administration estimates that 1 out of every 4 of today’s 23-year-olds will be disabled for at least 1 year during their working life. Are you and your family prepared? Here’s ...