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If Your Disability Claim Is Denied, Should You Appeal or Reapply?

If Your Disability Claim Is Denied, Should You Appeal or Reapply?

by Jon Ressler | Jul 25, 2026 | Social Security Disability Process

A denial letter is discouraging, and for many people, the first instinct is to start over with a brand-new application. In most cases, though, appealing a disability denial is the stronger move. Why appealing usually beats starting over Appealing keeps your existing...
Can Osteoarthritis Qualify You for Disability Before Retirement Age?

Can Osteoarthritis Qualify You for Disability Before Retirement Age?

by Jon Ressler | Jul 15, 2026 | Medical Conditions

If you suffer from osteoarthritis and it has affected your daily life and your ability to work, you may be able to qualify for disability before retirement age, but it isn’t an automatic approval. Social Security Administration (SSA) evaluates your disability...
Don’t Let Scammers Steal Your Social Security: What You Need to Know to Protect Yourself

Don’t Let Scammers Steal Your Social Security: What You Need to Know to Protect Yourself

by Jon Ressler | Jul 1, 2026 | Social Security Disability Process

Scams are continuing to rise, and people across the country are receiving calls, emails, or letters that appear to come from the Social Security Administration (SSA). We know how confusing this can be, and how easy it is to feel pressure when someone mentions your...
Veterans and Social Security Disability: You May Be Qualified for Both

Veterans and Social Security Disability: You May Be Qualified for Both

by Jon Ressler | Jun 5, 2026 | Social Security Disability Process, Supplemental Security Income

Many veterans living with a service-connected disability already receive benefits through the Veterans Administration (VA) and assume that’s all they qualify for. VA disability compensation and Social Security Disability Insurance are separate programs with...
What Medical Conditions Qualify for SSDI in 2026?

What Medical Conditions Qualify for SSDI in 2026?

by Jon Ressler | May 5, 2026 | Social Security Disability Process

If you’re considering applying for Social Security Disability benefits in 2026, you’ve probably asked yourself one important question: Does my medical condition actually qualify? It’s one of the most asked disability-related questions, and understandably so. When...
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