Defendant's Attorney: Edmund Jack Darcher

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Prescott, Arizona social security disability SSID benefit lawyer represented the Plaintiff.

Applicants have four opportunities to appeal our decision. They may not have to go through all the appeal levels. To start, ask SSA to reconsider a decision we made.

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides monthly cash payments to people who have a disability that prevents them from working. SSDI benefits are based on a person's average earnings over their career, and are adjusted annually for inflation. SSDI benefits are generally modest, but can be a significant source of income for many beneficiaries.
Here are some key facts about SSDI benefits:

Eligibility

To be eligible for SSDI, a person must have a disability or blindness, and have enough work history.
Benefit amount

The average monthly SSDI benefit in April 2024 was $1,538, or roughly $18,456 annually.

Waiting period

There is a five-month waiting period after the onset of disability before payments begin.
Medicare eligibility

After receiving SSDI for two years, a person becomes eligible for Medicare.
Family benefits

A spouse or child of an SSDI beneficiary may be eligible for benefits.
Benefit formula

The benefit formula is progressive, meaning that lower-wage workers receive a greater share of their career-average earnings.

Benefit adjustments

SSDI benefits are generally adjusted each year for inflation.

Benefit offset

SSDI benefits may be offset if a disabled worker also receives other disability benefits, such as workers' compensation.

My SSA account

A person can create a My SSA account to get estimates of their potential benefits, including SSDI and retirement benefits.

Outcome: 10/18/2024 14 ORDER granting 13 Stipulation. This action is remanded to the Commissioner of Social Security pursuant to sentence four of 42 U.S.C. § 405(g). The Clerk shall enter a final judgment in favor of Plaintiff, and against Defendant, reversing the final decision of the Commissioner. Signed by District Judge Krissa M Lanham on 10/17/24. (DXD) (Entered: 10/18/2024)
10/18/2024 15 CLERK'S JUDGMENT - Pursuant to the Court's Order filed October 18, 2024, the decision of the Commissioner of Social Security is reversed in favor of Plaintiff and against Defendant, and this case is remanded to the Social Security Administration for further proceedings consistent with the Order. (DXD) (Entered: 10/18/2024)

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