Helping People With Disabilities Nationwide
Many claims for Social Security Disability benefits are denied at the initial application. While some individuals simply reapply for benefits by filing a new claim, your chances of winning are statistically greater if you continue with your original claim and appeal...
Even if Social Security Administration finds that you are disabled, they may deny a claim over evidence of failure to follow a medical provider's prescribed treatment under SSR 18-3p. Typically, this evidence consists of medical records where your providers note...
According to the Mayo Clinic, peripheral neuropathy is the result of damage to the peripheral nerves. It can cause weakness, numbness, and pain, usually in the hands and feet, but can affect other areas of the body as well. People with peripheral neuropathy generally...
With most physically disabling conditions, pain is an unfortunate side effect that adds greatly to the suffering and hardship of the affected individual. In your claim for disability benefits, there are regulations that govern how your pain symptoms are to be...
Filing for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) is a challenging process for many, especially those who have never had to file in the past. It's important that you complete the application correctly the first time,...
A car crash is always an unexpected event. If it renders one of the victims permanently disabled, it's even more unexpected. In some of these situations -- and depending on the nature and extent of the disability -- the problem could be a lifelong condition that...
As a disability hearing approaches, many claimants are surprised to find out that they have to establish disability before a certain date. Often, this date is just a few weeks or months prior to a hearing, and more often than not it's not even an issue. But in some...
The rise of ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft have been a boon for many people seeking disability benefits. Claimants suffering from chronic conditions who can't hold down a steady job often find that they can work a few hours each week to get a little bit of...
After serving our nation and risking their lives, United States veterans often end their time with the military without the preparation they need to readjust to civilian life. These problems are difficult -- if not impossible -- to overcome without help and assistance...
The Social Security Administration is a vital aid to people with mental and physical disabilities. These individuals, if they are unable to have jobs and earn incomes, may be able to receive benefits to help them pay for their living expenses. In order to qualify for...
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