Can a Lawsuit Provide More Compensation for SSDI Recipients?
Yes, a lawsuit can provide additional compensation for individuals already receiving or eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, but it does not directly increase the SSDI benefits themselves. SSDI is an entitlement program based on your work history and contributions to Social Security, not your current financial need or injury details. Lawsuits (e.g., personal injury claims) can secure separate funds for damages like medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering that SSDI doesn’t cover. These lawsuit proceeds generally do not affect SSDI eligibility or payments, unlike Supplemental Security Income (SSI), which is needs-based and can be reduced or eliminated by settlements.
