You believe that you have a disability, and you want to seek benefits. Maybe you have suffered from an injury or an illness. Your condition means that you are not going to be able to work, so you need these crucial benefits simply to make ends meet. You apply to the...
There are many different injuries or illnesses that are going to keep you out of work. But much of the time, this just means you can’t work until you recover. If you get sick for a week, you’re not going to qualify for benefits. You may get workers comp benefits if...
The Social Security Administration (SSA) follows strict guidelines when reviewing applications for disability benefits, and making even minor errors can lead to frustrating setbacks. Your application could be delayed or denied if you do not do everything right....
Peritoneal mesothelioma is a rare cancer that’s aggressive. It affects the lining of the abdomen and is primarily caused by asbestos exposure. This disease often causes initial symptoms of weight loss and swelling and pain in the abdomen. These symptoms can severely...
The Social Security Administration (SSA) looks at a number of factors when the agency decides if someone meets their criteria for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. One of these is whether or not the disabled...
It’s generally accepted among the medical community that drug and alcohol addiction are diseases – not a personal failing. Yet, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has not considered drug or alcohol use disorders to be qualifying conditions for Social Security...
Out of necessity, applications for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits have always been somewhat complicated. The Social Security Administration (SSA) only considers people to be disabled if they are unable to...
Migraines are far more than “just a headache.” They’re actually complex neurological events that can be completely disabling. The World Health Organization (WHO) considers migraine to be one of the top 10 causes of disability in the world – and one out of every four...
Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can be a difficult process. Many people need assistance. The paperwork is complex. Also, they may struggle to understand the level of evidence necessary to convince the Social Security Administration...
A cancer diagnosis can abruptly disrupt your career due to the disease's debilitating effects. The disease requires harsh treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation and surgery. These can all take a toll on your physical, mental and emotional well-being and usually...
