Ember
Kauth graduated from Willamette University College of Law and is a member of
the Oregon Bar. She has experience providing assistance to low-income individuals
applying for and appealing SSI and SSDI claims, and, as a contract attorney,
has also worked with individuals pursuing state wage and hour claims as well as
claims of employment discrimination.
Articles By Ember Kauth
Trigeminal neuralgia is not a listed impairment, but Social Security Disability benefits may still be available to claimants who can show that the condition impairs their ability to work.
You must put large SSI disability back payments into a dedicated account, not currently paid benefits.
Adults who are disabled may be eligible to receive Social Security disability benefits based on their parents' earnings.
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is not based on having a limited income. In order to be eligible for SSDI, you must have worked a certain length of time and paid Social Security taxes.
If you suffer from chronic hidradenitis suppurativa (a severe acne-like disease), you may be able to get Social Security disability benefits.
While Social Security Disability does not offer specific aid for utilities or rent, you can use your benefit payments for whatever you choose.
If your only symptoms of Sjogren's are fatigue, dry mouth, and dry eyes, you're not likely to get disability benefits.
Learn about cost-of-living increases that affect your monthly disability benefit amount.
Here is information on the disability process in Oregon, as well as state-specific statistics and resources.
Direct deposit allows Social Security to send your SSDI or SSI benefits directly to your bank account.