Understanding Social Security’s Disability Provisions

Social Security includes the largest disability program in the nation, with millions of people current receiving disability benefits for themselves and their dependents. These benefits provide a means to replace some of the income that has been lost through inability to function in the workforce. The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) exists as a safety net for a large portion of the workforce, yet many folks are not aware of the details associated with the program. The Motley Fool’s Matthew Frankel, in a post on www.fool.com, examines portions of this vital program, and offers a series of key logistical details about it. Read his post here…
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