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Returning to Work on SSDI: How the Trial Work Period Works in West Virginia Balancing Health and Work Many people receiving Social Security Disability Insurance want to return to work if their health improves. They may feel better physically or need additional income....
Does Social Security Cover Short‑Term or Partial Disabilities? Understanding Social Security’s Limitations It’s a common misconception that Social Security provides benefits for any type of disability. In reality, SSA pays benefits only for total, long‑term...
Qualifying for Disability Benefits with Heart Disease Heart Disease and Work: A Heavy Burden Heart disease is a leading cause of disability in the United States. In West Virginia, high rates of obesity, smoking and limited access to health care contribute to elevated...
How to Prepare for a Continuing Disability Review (CDR) in West Virginia What Is a Continuing Disability Review? When you are approved for SSDI or SSI, your case is not closed forever. The Social Security Administration must periodically check to see if you still meet...
What to Do if You Receive a Social Security Disability Overpayment Notice Understanding Overpayment Notices Getting a letter from the Social Security Administration stating that you owe money can be alarming. An overpayment notice means SSA believes you received more...
Can PTSD Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits? PTSD in West Virginia: A Hidden Epidemic Post‑traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event such as a violent assault, accident, natural disaster or combat....
Arthritis is one of the leading causes of disability in the United States. In West Virginia, where many residents work in physically demanding jobs like coal mining, logging, health care and manufacturing, the pain and stiffness of arthritis can be devastating. The...
Living and working independently is rewarding, but what happens when illness or injury prevents you from doing the job that supports you? If you are self‑employed in West Virginia—running a small farm near Hurricane, driving for a rideshare in Charleston, or operating...
Back injuries are common issues that can make it hard for someone to work and do everyday activities. Thankfully, these injuries can qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits if they severely limit your ability to function. What should you know? It is...
Even though it’s been largely illegal to use asbestos for decades, people who work in certain industries can still be exposed to dangerous amounts of asbestos. This can lead to a number of serious medical conditions many years after exposure. People who work in...