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What Is a Board Certified Attorney?

/ in Attorney Representation, Disability Insurance Claims, FAQ, Social Security Disability

We’re often ask by clients what “board certification” means. Why are some lawyers board certified? For instance, what is the difference between a civil trial attorney and someone who is a board certified civil trial attorney?

This a good question. There is a big distinction when someone takes the steps to earn board certification in a specialty area of law.

Just as doctors and dentists focus on a specialty area of medicine or dentistry in which they develop expertise, attorneys may choose to specialize in a specific area of law.

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How Do You Prove Your IBS is Service-Connected When Applying for VA Disability Benefits?

/ in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Veterans Disability Benefits

Many veterans have experienced digestive-system-related medical issues as a result of their time in the military. One of the most common is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). If you’re a veteran and the symptoms of your IBS prevent you from working, you may be able to get disability compensation through the VA. However, in order to […]

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7 Eye Conditions that May Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits

/ in Disabling Conditions, Eye Disorders, Kidney Disease, Lupus, Macular Degeneration, Macular Edema, Stroke

Disabling eye conditions can make it difficult to maintain a normal life, and workers who suffer from these conditions may be eligible for Social Security disability benefits. There are many different types of disabling eye conditions that qualify for Social Security disability. In order to determine if you are eligible for disability benefits as a […]

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Can I Get Long-Term Disability Benefits for HIV/AIDs?

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It’s often difficult to get approved for long-term disability benefits for HIV/AIDS. There are many reasons why these are denied. If an insurance company has denied your claim for LTD benefits due to HIV/AIDS, ERISA and other federal and state laws give you the right to appeal this denial.  You only have a limited time […]

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What Medical Evidence Is Needed to Prove a Sickle Cell Social Security Disability Claim?

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If the symptoms of your sickle cell disease have made it impossible for you to work, you may qualify for Social Security disability benefits. However, you’ll have to provide evidence of the severity of your condition in order to be approved for disability benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides disability benefits for individuals who […]

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How Are VA Disability Rates for Conditions Determined?

/ in VA, Veterans Disability Benefits

The Department of Veterans Affairs assigns VA disability rates for conditions that are service-connected. The VA’s disability benefits program covers a diverse range of physical and mental conditions. Each condition is rated based on severity, according to the Schedule for Rating Disabilities.  The overall rating you receive plays a big part in how much monthly […]

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How to Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits with Macular Degeneration

/ in Macular Degeneration, Social Security Disability, Uncategorized

Macular degeneration is a common eye disorder that mainly affects people over 50. Symptoms of macular degeneration include blurred or reduced central vision. This is due to the thinning of the macula, the part of the retina responsible for clear vision in your direct line of sight. There are two types of macular degeneration in […]

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Can I Get Social Security Disability Benefits for Lyme Disease?

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The Social Security Administration provides disability benefits for those Americans who have become too disabled to work due to a serious injury or medical condition. In order to qualify for these benefits, an applicant has to be able to prove the symptoms of their impairment (and/or its treatment) are so severe that they are unable […]

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