Social Security

Explanation of New York state law that requires companies to protect your Social Security number and combat a growing identity theft problem.

How to qualify a "disability" for SSDI and SSI benefits. List or requirements, understand the SSA process, appealing decisions denying you benefits.

List of items you need or should have when applying for Social Security benefits on behalf of your self. Links to child and spouse applications.

List of items you should have when applying for Social Security benefits on behalf of your children. Links to personal and spouse applications.

Find out whether you are entitled to SSI benefits payments (Supplemental Security Income), federal assistance for people who are disabled, age 65 or older or who are blind.

Understanding Social Security eligibility and determining whether changes in your life, such as marriage or divorce, might change the amount of benefit you receive from Social Security.

The most frequent general questions and answers about Social Security benefits, child benefits, increasing payments, having a job or income, determining maximum payment amounts and more.

Determine whether you are eligible for Social Security disability benefits (SSDI). Find out how much compensation you may be entitled to receive from the government.

The most frequent questions and answers about the applications and appeals process for Social Security benefits, expectations, costs, dealing with denials, when to apply and more.