Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write on the intersection of disability and the U.S. workforce. After a lengthy medical leave, many are searching for meaningful ...

A recent job inquiry we received at the construction company I work for illustrates the bad incentives caused by modern federal disability programs. The man who contacted us has been in and out of ...

If you have a physically demanding career, obtaining disability insurance could be a smart move to protect your income if you're unable to work due to a chronic illness or injury. People in trade work ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) plays a crucial role in providing financial support to individuals who are retired or living with disabilities. The recent update to the list of jobs eligible ...

Disability insurance isn't a topic that comes up often in daily conversations (or even many financial ones). After all, none of us plan on becoming ill or injured to the extent we can no longer work.

Do you have a financial plan if you're sidelined by illness or injury? According to the Social Security Administration, close to one in four 20-year-olds will face a disability that interferes with ...

Short-term disability insurance can temporarily replace 40% to 70% of your income. You may be eligible for short-term disability benefits if you can’t work and are losing wages because of a ...