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CAN I QUALIFY FOR DISABILITY IF I HAVE ARTHRITIS?
“Arthritis” is a general term that covers several different medical conditions. The most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis, in which cartilage wears down. This breakdown can cause joint swelling, grating, stiffness, pain, and other issues in the... more »
I lost my appeal in front of the Judge. Can I win an appeal?
There is hope. Below is a list of the main reasons why an appeal is remanded back to the Judge due to error: ... more »
I don't see my impairment in the Blue Book. Can I get SSDI?
When you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) because you're unable to work due to a serious health condition, the Social Security Administration (SSA) makes a determination as to whether you qualify for these benefits. ... more »
I have been diagnosed with depression. Can I get diability?
Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits have helped many who are unable to work due to a disability.When you think of a disability, you might automatically think of a physical disability. However, the American Psychiatric Association... more »
Crohn's Disease-Can I get SSDI or SSI?
CROHN’S DISEASE & SSD BENEFITS WHAT IS CROHN’S DISEASE? Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) which can affect the gastrointestinal tract. Most often, Crohn’s disease occurs in the small intestine and the colon.... more »
Proving your disability case, how can it be done?
THE BURDEN TO PROVE DISABILITY IS ON YOU YOU HAVE THE BURDEN TO PROVE DISABILITY AT YOUR SSA HEARING Most people think it is easy to prove disability to the SSA. Those who apply for benefits think they will win at their hearing if... more »
Past Relevant Work threshold lowered from 15 years to 5 years
SOCIAL SECURITY LOWERING PAST RELEVANT WORK PERIOD FROM 15 YEARS TO 5 YEARS From SSA: We are finalizing our proposed regulation to revise the time period that we consider when determining whether an individual's past work is relevant for the... more »
What are the "disability steps" SSA uses to determine eligibility?
The Disability Claims Process is typically a long and arduous one for individuals attempting to navigate it without the guidance of an experienced, trained professional. Our attorney has a long history of helping people just like you find their way to a... more »
Winning a Social Security Disability Claim for Headaches
Our office often represents individuals suffering from headache issues that have become severe, persistent and disabling such that they remain unable to work. Pursuing such a Social Security disability claim can prove to be a very difficult... more »
Osteoarthritis-Can I get disability?
Can I get disability if I am suffering from Osteoarthritis? According to the Centers for Disease Control, osteoarthritis affects 21.2% of adults in the U.S... Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis and the leading cause of work... more »
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