Workers’ Comp & Personal Injury Law From Every Angle: The S & S Blog

Can I work while I am on Social Security Disability?

Yes. Many people don’t realize that you can work while receiving Social Security Disability benefits within certain parameters. First, if you are able to return to work at some point you need to notify the Social Security Administration of your return so you don’t enter into an overpayment situation. Social Security will allow you to… Read More

Can I work while my Social Security Disability (SSD) application is pending?

I have no source of income during my application for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, and now I’m waiting to hear back from them.  How will going back to work affect my case? This is a common question from our Social Security disability (SSD) clients.  The short answer is that a return to work may… Read More

What is the Difference Between SSD and SSI?

The Social Security Administration offers two different programs for individuals who are unable to work because of a physical or mental condition:  social security disability (SSD) and supplemental security income (SSI). The key difference is that SSD relies on what you “pay into” the system from your previous employment, while SSI does not.  Instead, SSI relies upon… Read More