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09/07/2026

09/03/2026

Can you work while your SSDI application is pending? Yes, but your earnings and work activity can affect your claim.

In 2026, Social Security generally considers earnings above $1,690 per month to be substantial gainful activity for nonblind applicants. Even part time work below that amount may still be considered when SSA evaluates your ability to work.

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Need help with an Alabama disability claim? Call Dansby Law Firm at 334 834 7001.

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08/14/2026

Your work history can play a bigger role in an SSDI claim than you might realize.

Social Security Disability Insurance isn’t based on your medical condition alone. Your recent work history, the number of work credits you’ve earned, and when your disability began can all affect whether you qualify for benefits.

For many applicants age 31 and older, Social Security generally looks for at least 20 work credits earned during the 10 years before the disability began. Your “Date Last Insured” can also become especially important if you’ve been out of the workforce for several years.

If you’re thinking about applying for SSDI, understanding these rules early can help you avoid surprises later.

Learn more about how your recent work history can affect an Alabama SSDI claim in our latest blog.

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How Recent Work History Affects Your SSDI Claim in Alabama - Visit our Alabama law blog to learn this and more now!

08/13/2026

Can you work while applying for Social Security Disability?

The answer is yes — but it can affect your claim.

Social Security looks at more than just your medical condition. Your earnings, hours, job duties, and ability to maintain a work schedule can all become part of the evaluation. Even part-time work may raise questions about what you’re physically or mentally able to do.

If you need to work while your SSDI application is pending, it’s important to understand the rules and keep accurate records of your wages and employment.

Learn more about how working during an SSDI application can affect your claim in our latest blog.

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08/06/2026

Approved for SSDI? Benefits do not begin immediately.

Most applicants must complete a five-month waiting period, and those months are not included in back pay. Your established disability onset date determines when the waiting period begins.

Learn more:
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Need help with an Alabama disability claim? Contact Dansby Law Firm at 334-834-7001.

What Is the SSDI Five-Month Waiting Period? - Visit our Alabama law blog to learn this and more now!

08/05/2026

Your recent work history can directly affect whether you qualify for SSDI.

The Social Security Administration considers your work credits, age, disability onset date, and how recently you paid into the system. Even a strong medical claim may be denied if you do not meet the work requirements.

Learn more:
https://dansbylaw.com/how-recent-work-history-affects-your-ssdi-claim-in-alabama/

Need help with an Alabama disability claim? Contact Dansby Law Firm at 334-834-7001.

How Recent Work History Affects Your SSDI Claim in Alabama - Visit our Alabama law blog to learn this and more now!

03/17/2026

If you are disabled, you need to understand the benefits that could be available to you. There are two different programs that you could potentially become eligible for from the Social Security Administration. They include Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (

01/01/2026

The New Year is a time to reflect, reset, and move forward together. We’re grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us and wish you a year filled with safety, success, and meaningful moments with loved ones.