Who is victory disability?
Victory Disability is a law firm dedicated to assisting Veterans with Social Security Disability and Veterans Benefit claims.
Victory Disability maintains an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and are in excellent standing with the Social Security Administration.
Our company headquarters are based right outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania -But our services are available in all 50 states. We have a network of over 200 experienced Social Security Disability Attorneys throughout the country. Since our opening in 2014, we have assisted over 1,000 Veterans with their Social Security Disability claims.
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Our most frequently asked questions answered by our SSDI experts.
frequently asked questions about
Social Security Disability Insurance
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What is social security disability insurance?
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a Social Security program that benefits individuals who become disabled before reaching retirement age. This specific program is based upon an individual’s capacity for gainful employment.
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How Does the Social Security Administration Define Disability?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has a very strict definition of what it means to be disabled. To be considered disabled in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the SSA, you must meet the following criteria:
•You cannot perform your previous occupation because of your medical condition(s)
•You cannot adjust to other work because of your medical condition(s)
•Your medical condition(s) must last, or be expected to last, for at least one year and/or to result in death.
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What is the Difference Between SSDI and SSI?
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is awarded to disabled people who have worked five out of the past ten years and have paid a Social Security tax on their income. The work requirement can be waived for applicants under age 22.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments are made on the basis of financial need to adults and children who are disabled, blind, or have limited income and resources.
Whereas SSDI is funded by the Social Security tax, SSI is financed by general tax revenues
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Veteran's Benefits & SSDI
How do Military Retirement or VA Disability Benefits Affect Eligibility for SSDI?
Since the SSA is a completely separate entity from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), it is possible to receive benefits from both organizations concurrently. Although in many cases, even Veterans rating 100% disabled by the VA are denied by Social Security. It is always advisable to seek representation before proceeding with an application.
Unlike SSDI, SSDI is not need based, but rather it is based upon an individual's capacity for gainful employment. Therefore, receiving military retirement benefits will not affect a candidate’s eligibility for SSDI. If you are a disabled Veteran receiving military retirement or VA disability benefits and you are considering applying for SSDI, contact a qualified Social Security Representative now.
The VA Says I am Disabled so why is Social Security Denying My Disability Claim?
Unfortunately, the SSA is the one that determines whether or not you are considered disabled in accordance to their rules, regardless of what the VA says. However, if you do have service connected disabilities, these are persuasive. Which means that Social Security must take the VA’s decision into consideration when reviewing your application.
Why Veterans Are Choosing Victory
We Care
For nearly a decade, Victory Disability has been assisting Veterans and their loved ones with disability claims. At Victory, you will have experienced Attorneys working on your case. We know our clients by first name, not as a number. Many of our own family members have gone through similar situations, so we are familiar with hardships and stressors that accompany this process. Because of this, we are committed to making every step of the process as painless and straightforward as possible.
We Are Accredited
Victory Disability is BBB accredited, maintaining an A+ rating. We are members of the National Organization of Social Security Representatives and the National Association of Disability Representatives. In addition, Victory Disability is in good standing with the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bar.
Get the benefits you have earned and deserved. Speak with Victory Disability today.
frequently asked questions about
Finances and sSDI
Can I Work While Waiting for my Social Security Disability Determination?
Most of the time, you cannot perform Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) and continue to receive Social Security Disability benefits. SGA is defined by if you are working and earning more than $1,550 (Gross or pre tax) per month in 2024 (or $2,590 if you are blind). There are, however, exceptions to this rule.
If I am Approved for Social Security Disability Benefits, How Much Will I Get?
If your claim is for SSDI, the amount you will make depends on your earnings while you were employed. To get the exact amount, you may request a detailed earnings statement. If your claim is for SSI, the benefits will be based on the current Federal Benefit Rate (FBR) and any other income or benefits you receive. In either type of claim, you can also get an estimated monthly amount if you have hired a representative to file your claim. An experienced representative will have the ability to calculate an estimated monthly amount.
How Many Years of Back Pay can I get from Social Security Disability?
The amount of money depends on many factors. However, the national average monthly benefit amount for SSDI benefits is about $1,360 per month. If you are approved, you can receive up to 12 months of SSDI back pay for months prior to your date of application. When figuring out how many months of back pay you will receive, first add up the number of full calendar months between when your disability began and when you are expected to receive your first check, then subtract five months. Unfortunately, the SSA does not pay the first five months of disability .
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frequently asked questions about
Working with an sSDI Attorney
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What do I do if Social Security Denies My Claim for SSDI?
If you are denied at the initial level, unless you have already returned to work or expect to return in the near future, you should appeal. In most states, you do this by filing a request for reconsideration. You should also consider employing an attorney to represent you. Here at Victory Disability we have attorneys in all 50 states. In a few states, if you file a request for a hearing before an ALJ and do not need to go through the reconsideration step.
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What can I do to Improve My Chances of Winning My Claim for Social Security Benefits?
Submit a thorough and complete application. A large number of claimants are denied because they do not complete the application correctly. There are over twenty pages of questions to answer that are often confusing if you have not seen one before. You can also hire a professional to complete the questions correctly and avoid a denial due to issues with your application. Continue seeing a doctor. It is hard to prove your condition will continue to keep you from working if you are not seeing a doctor on a regular basis . We recommend seeing a doctor at least once every three months. Hire a professional to accompany you if you have to appear before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). There may be a vocational expert present to testify about your ability to perform work. A skilled professional is recommended to cross examine the vocational expert.
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Do I Have to Have Someone Represent Me in My Social Security Disability Claim?
No. You can apply, appeal ,and go through all of the hearing levels on your own.
However, your odds of winning your claim increase significantly with an attorney on your side.