The Social Security Disability claim system is challenging no matter where you were employed before your disability.  Furthermore, if you become disabled, while running your own business or being an independent contractor; the process becomes even more complicated.  Knisley Law Offices, however, wants you to know that receiving Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) is still possible for you, and they want to teach you how to give your claim the best chance at success after years of paying into SSDI as a self-employed worker.