By William Powell of Powell & Denny | Published March 24, 2026 | Posted in Social Security Disability | Tagged Tags: severe impairment, Social Security Disability Case, SSD |
What Is a “Severe” Impairment in a Social Security Disability Case
What Is a “Severe” Impairment in a Social Security Disability Case? If you have applied for Social Security Disability benefits, you may hear that your condition must be considered “severe” in order to qualify. This raises an obvious question: What does “severe” actually mean? In everyday language, “severe” usually means something extreme or very serious; Read More
Read MoreWhat Does It Mean to Meet a Listing for Social Security Disability
What Does It Mean to “Meet a Listing” for Social Security Disability? When applying for Social Security Disability benefits, you may hear the phrase: “Do you meet a listing?” For most people, that question means very little—but it is one of the most important parts of the disability process. What Is a “Listing”? The Social Read More
Read MoreWhat Are the 5 Steps in a Social Security Disability Claim
What Are the 5 Steps in a Social Security Disability Claim? If you have applied for Social Security Disability benefits—or are thinking about applying—you may hear that your case is evaluated using a “five-step process.” This process is how the Social Security Administration decides whether someone is legally disabled. While it may sound complicated, the Read More
Read MoreDoes Being Found Disabled Mean I Can Never Work Again?
Does Being Found Disabled Mean I Can Never Work Again? One question we are often asked by clients who receive Social Security Disability benefits is whether being declared “disabled” means they can never return to work. The short answer is no. Being found disabled does not mean that you are permanently barred from ever attempting Read More
Read MoreWhat Is “Sheltered Work” and How Does It Affect Social Security Disability Claims?
What Is “Sheltered Work” and How Does It Affect Social Security Disability Claims? One of the most common misunderstandings about Social Security Disability (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims involves work activity. Many people believe that if a person is working at all, they automatically cannot qualify for disability benefits. That is not always Read More
Read MoreIf I Returned to Work, Could I Still Qualify for Disability Benefits?
If I Returned to Work, Could I Still Qualify for Disability Benefits? Many people suffer a severe injury, or have a serious medical issue flare up which keeps them from being able to work for a period of time-and they may have even filed for Social Security Disability (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)-but fortunately Read More
Read MoreDenied Social Security Disability Benefits? What’s next?
Denied Social Security Disability Benefits? What’s next? Many people believe that when their initial application for Social Security Disability benefits is denied, the Social Security Administration must have carefully reviewed their entire medical history and concluded they are not entitled to benefits. That assumption is often wrong. Because of this misunderstanding, many disabled individuals simply Read More
Read MoreWhat Is an “Unsuccessful Work Attempt” in a Social Security Disability Claim?
What Is an “Unsuccessful Work Attempt” in a Social Security Disability Claim? One concern we often hear from people applying for Social Security Disability benefits is this: “I tried to go back to work, but it didn’t last. Did I hurt my disability claim?” The answer is often no. In fact, it can actually help Read More
Read MoreTBIs and Social Security Disability Claims
TBIs and Social Security Disability Claims Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are among the most misunderstood conditions in Social Security Disability cases. Because the effects of a brain injury are often invisible, claimants are frequently met with skepticism—even when their symptoms are life-altering. A traumatic brain injury occurs when a blow or jolt to the head Read More
Read MoreSSDI vs. SSI: Am I Eligible for Disability Benefits?
SSDI vs. SSI: Am I Eligible for Disability Benefits? Many people who contact our office have the same basic question:q “Do I qualify for Social Security Disability benefits?” The answer depends on which program you are applying for. There are two main federal disability programs: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) Supplemental Security Income (SSI) While Read More
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