A California Tradesman’s First SSDI Win After a Long Recovery Journey

At 54, Carlos R., a skilled tradesman from California, had spent his entire career working in hands-on, physically demanding industries. With a college background in electrical maintenance and construction, he was used to problem-solving and hard work. But after a serious motor vehicle accident left him with chronic back pain, sciatica, and spinal stenosis, continuing in manual labor became impossible.

Years of standing, lifting, and bending had already taken a toll on his body. Arthritis, diabetes, and high cholesterol added to his challenges, leaving him in constant discomfort. He had once filed for workers’ compensation but was denied, which made him hesitant to try for disability benefits again.

When he contacted SSDI Benefits Group, he wanted the process to be simple and stress-free. Our team immediately took over the paperwork, medical coordination, and communication with
Social Security, allowing him to focus on recovery. We guided him through each step, ensuring that his post-accident injuries and ongoing health conditions were fully documented and understood.
In the end, Carlos was approved for SSDI and received over $2,800 in retroactive pay, providing much-needed financial stability while he focused on healing. He described the experience as “the best help ever,” saying he “didn’t have to lift a finger” because the team handled everything for him.

His story represents countless hardworking Americans who, after years of physical labor, find themselves suddenly unable to work—and reminds others that professional help can make all the difference in navigating the SSDI system.