The Social Security definition of disability is based on your inability to work for a long period of time. You are considered disabled and eligible if you meet the following conditions:
- You are not working at all or earning less than $1,320 per month
- Your condition is so severe that it interferes with work-related activities you must perform to do your job
- You are unable to do the work you did prior to becoming disabled
- You are not able to perform other types of work that your background may have prepared you to perform
It is vital to note that this is a simple explanation and does not take into account special situations that may make you eligible for disability benefits even if you have not fulfilled all the above conditions.
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Kajal Alemo is the Chair of Workers’ Compensation Operations at Pond Lehocky. A tireless advocate for injured and disabled workers, she is involved in every single aspect of our workers’ compensation practice and ensures our clients are receiving the best legal services possible.
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