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Understand how past employment shapes your case When people think about Social Security Disability benefits, their first thoughts are usually about their medical conditions—how severe they are, whether their doctors agree, and how the Social Security Administration (SSA) will view their symptoms. But there’s another major piece of the puzzle that many applicants overlook. Work history. If you are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), your past employment

What happens after you apply for SSDI or SSI? Applying for Social Security Disability benefits can feel like a major milestone—and it is. But once your application is submitted, you may find yourself wondering what happens next. The truth is, the process can take time. Knowing what to expect at each stage can make all the difference in how you prepare and respond. At Advocate Pathway Solutions, we believe that understanding the journey after your application is submitted can

Applying for Social Security Disability benefits is a marathon, not a sprint. Between understanding eligibility, gathering medical evidence, and tracking deadlines, it’s easy to make small mistakes that cause big delays—or denials. The good news: most early errors are fixable with the right plan. Below, I’ll walk you through the five most common mistakes people make when filing for SSDI or SSI, why they matter, and exactly how to avoid them.

Difference between SSI and SSDI Many people use SSDI  (Social Security Disability Insurance) and SSI  (Supplemental Security Income)...

Requirements for Social Security Disability Applying for Social Security Disability benefits can feel daunting. The forms are long, the...