Disability benefits provide income support to individuals with disabilities and their families. To qualify, you must have worked in jobs covered by Social Security, and you must have a medical condition that meets the threshold of Social Security’s definition of...
Cancer typically develops slowly and often doesn't present any noticeable symptoms in its earliest stages. By the time cancer is serious enough for people to go to the doctor, aggressive treatment is often necessary. Especially for those with cancer that has begun to...
Odds are you have heard of the issues with obesity in the United States. It’s been called an epidemic, with the CDC putting the obesity prevalence at more than 42%. Now, there are many reasons for obesity. Some individuals are more genetically predisposed and there...
When people are asked to list their disabling conditions on their application for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, many forget to list something that’s a common feature of many different conditions: Pain. If you forget this detail when you file your...
The bigger an organization is, the more rules it needs. The Social Security Administration (SSA) will assess your claim for Social Security Disability (SSD). It employs around 60,000 people and issues benefits to about 69 million. For things to function, it needs a...
If you or a loved one suffers from social anxiety disorder (SAD), you know what a paralyzing condition it can be. It can prevent people from having even basic social interactions that most people take for granted – and from participating in a workplace. The Social...
You filed your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claim a long time ago -- and then you waited and waited some more as it wound its way through one or more levels of appeal. Now, suddenly you’ve received notice that you need a pre-effectuation review contact...
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is the government organization responsible for reviewing disability requests and distributing benefits. Many people who turn to the SSA for support will request Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). SSDI benefits can...
Your work history report is a crucial document when you file for Social Security Disability (SSD) in Indianapolis or anywhere else. It features vital information “about the jobs the applicant held in the 15 years prior to becoming unable to work due to his or her...
If you are living with a respiratory condition, such as damage to your lung capacity caused by chemical exposure or the development of severe asthma, then you may be able to qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. SSD is available to those who cannot...
