SSDI

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    What Happens After MCV Law Files Your Social Security Disability Application?

    Posted at: 6/24/2026 10:00 AM

    Filing your Social Security Disability (SSD) application is an important first step, but it's not the end of the process. In fact, once your application is submitted, there is often a waiting period while the Social Security Administration (SSA) reviews your claim. At MCV Law, we help clients throughout the entire disability process—from filing an initial application to handling appeals after a denial. Here's what you can expect after your SSD application has been filed. Step 1: Social Secur

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    Disabled Widow(er)’s Benefits: How to Qualify for Social Security Disability

    Posted at: 3/10/2026 9:00 AM

    In addition to Social Security Disability benefits and Supplemental Security Income benefits, the Social Security Administration also has disability benefits for widows and widowers, but only if certain criteria are met. •    The deceased spouse must have been getting Social Security Disability or insured for Social Security Disability at the time of their death. •    The marriage must have lasted longer than 9 months.•    The disabled widow(er) must be between 50 and 59 years old. •    The wi

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    Virtual vs. In-Person Social Security Disability Hearings: Which Is Better for Your Case?

    Posted at: 3/6/2026 9:00 AM

    Over the past few years, the way Social Security Disability hearings are conducted has changed significantly. What was once almost always an in-person proceeding is now often handled remotely by phone or video. According to federal data from the Social Security Administration, a large majority of disability hearings are now conducted virtually. However, depending on the circumstances of your case, appearing in person may still provide important advantages. Why Some Disability Hearings Are He

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    What Is a Disability Onset Date — and Why Is It Important?

    Posted at: 2/20/2026 9:00 AM

    When you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you must tell Social Security the date you became unable to work due to your medical condition or disability. This date is called your disability onset date. Your onset date is very important because it can significantly affect the amount of back benefits you may receive. How Social Security Determines Your Onset Date In some cases, establishing an onset date is straightforward—for example, if your disability resulted from an a

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    What to Do If You Missed the SSDI Appeal Deadline

    Posted at: 1/23/2026 9:00 AM

    Most people’s initial Social Security Disability (SSDI) applications are denied. If this happens to you, the Social Security Administration (SSA) gives you 60 days to file an appeal. Missing this deadline can feel overwhelming, but all hope is not lost. Can You Still File an Appeal? If you miss the 60-day window, the SSA may still allow your appeal if you can demonstrate “good cause” for the delay. Good cause means you had a valid, substantial reason for missing the deadline, and the SSA rec

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