Learn the Advantages of SSD vs. SSI
Experienced Social Security Disability Attorneys in Springfield, Missouri
The Social Security Administration offers two types of disability programs to individuals who are unable to work:
- Social Security Disability (SSD)
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Each of these programs has requirements for who is eligible and who qualifies to receive benefits. At the law firm of RGG Law., our experienced Social Security lawyers will help you decide if SSD or SSI is the right program for your situation and will assist you in filing for benefits.
RGG Law is well-known for our firm's legal knowledge in the area of SSD and SSI benefits and can handle your case at any part of the claim process. Contact us and speak with an attorney free of charge about your situation. Call our Springfield, Missouri, office toll-free at 888-834-3902.
SSD vs. SSI: Understand the Right Program for Your Claim
In order to evaluate which Disability Program is the correct program for your specific situation, it is important to understand the differences between the two:
Social Security Disability (SSD):
SSD is a benefit program for those that have paid enough social security taxes, but who are now unable to work due to their disabilities. The benefits for these individuals are based upon the amount of Social Security taxes that have been paid over their working lives. The Social Security Administration uses a mathematical formula to deduce the benefit amount that an individual will receive, based on average lifetime earnings and the total number of years worked.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI):
SSI is a benefit program that is available for individuals whose income and assets fall within certain prescribed limits, but are unable to work at any job due to their disabilities. People under 18 years of age may also qualify for SSI benefits, which are financed through tax revenues. Benefit amounts are determined based upon living arrangements, income received by the household and assets that are owned by the disabled individual.
To learn if you qualify for SSD or SSI and to obtain the legal assistance that you need for your claim, contact us at RGG Law and speak with an experienced Social Security Disability attorney. Learn more about SSD and SSI at our Social Security Disability Information Center.
