When the damage caused by cerebral atrophy becomes so debilitating that a person is unable to work, they may be able to obtain disability benefits from the Social Security Administration.  Obtaining Social Security disability benefits for cerebral, or brain tissue, atrophy can be difficult. That's because there is no specific entry for cerebral atrophy in the Social Security Administration's "List of Impairments." However, many of the underlying conditions that cause disabling cerebral atrophy, such as Huntington's disease or Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS), are.  In addition, severe cerebral atrophy can cause a condition called Aphasia, a brain impairment that can result in a …

If you or a loved one have been denied LTD insurance benefits in a cerebral atrophy disability claim, you need the help of an experienced and resourceful legal team. Cerebral (brain) atrophy disability claims are routinely denied or limited by insurance companies who argue that your condition is not disabling, or it is a mental illness, or various other denial tactics. The disability lawyers of Marc Whitehead & Associates represent claimants who can no longer work due to severe afflictions caused by brain tissue atrophy. If you are struggling with short or long term disability insurance claim denial, do not hesitate to …