Diana Chaikin

Attorney · Seattle University School of Law

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Social Security's Compassionate Allowances List
Certain serious and easily provable conditions are eligible for expedited approval through the Compassionate Allowances program.
How to Get Disability Benefits in Michigan
If you live in Michigan and are unable to work due to illness or injury for at least a one-year period, you could be eligible for SSDI or SSI.
How Disability Benefits Work in New Jersey
If you live in New Jersey and have a disability, you can apply for state temporary disability insurance (TDI) benefits or Social Security disability.
Filing for Disability in Utah
If you are a Utah resident who is unable to work, you can apply for federal Social Security and SSI disability benefits. (Utah doesn't have a state disability insurance program.)
How to Get Disability Benefits in Lousiana
If you live in Louisiana and can’t work for at least a year due to illness or injury, you could be eligible for Social Security disability (SSD) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
Top 6 Medical Reasons for a Disability Denial
Find out why Social Security sent you a medical denial letter for your disability claim.
How to Get Disability Benefits in Missouri
Missouri pays a supplement to SSI recipients who live in residential care or assisted living facilities.
How Mental Health Issues Can Strengthen Your Disability Claim
If you have mild or moderate mental health symptoms along with moderate physical impairments, showing how they combine and reinforce each other can significantly bolster your chances of getting disability benefits.
Can You Get Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability?
If your employer offers paid sick leave, or you are covered by a short-term disability insurance plan, you may be entitled to compensation if you need time off due to a disability.
Can I Get Disability Benefits After a Car Accident?
Here are some frequently asked questions about Social Security Disability benefits from those who have been in car accidents.