If you need to file a disability claim for degenerative disc disease (DDD), you may have already applied and been denied. Degenerative disc is one of the most common causes of back and neck pain resulting in disability. Today we share important tips about how the Social Security Administration, disability insurance companies, and the Department […]
Winning Disability Benefits for a Mental Disorder
Was your disability claim for a mental disorder denied by Social Security, an insurance company, or the VA? Do you worry your monthly LTD benefits might be terminated? As a national disability benefits law firm, a large portion of the cases we handle involve mental health-related claims. Mental illness affects every walk of life and […]
Does a Personal Injury Settlement Affect SSDI or SSI?
Will a personal injury settlement affect the SSDI or SSI monthly benefits you currently receive? Should you apply for Social Security disability benefits and pursue a personal injury claim at the same time? These are important questions, and for each form of Social Security benefit, the answer is different. For example, you’ve been seriously injured […]
Social Security Disability Benefits for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common intestinal disorder; more than 200,000 persons are diagnosed with the condition each year. The exact causes of IBS are not known. Women are affected by IBS at higher rates than men. The physical symptoms of IBS can include abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, diarrhea, gas, and constipation. Most people […]
How to Get Disability for Your Respiratory Disorder
When you have trouble breathing, when your body cannot get enough oxygen, continuing to do your job and earn a living is very difficult, if not impossible. Simple everyday activities, such as walking, pushing a vacuum cleaner, or maintaining concentration become huge challenges. Lung disease and breathing disorders come in many forms. Symptoms range from […]
Stop the Wait Act – Changes to the Law that Disabled Workers Need Now
The “Stop the Wait Act” is a bill to amend Title II of the Social Security Act. Its purpose is to eliminate the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits waiting period and the Medicare waiting period for disabled individuals, as follows: After you finally win the Social Security Disability benefits you’ve applied for, what’s the […]
How to Win Disability Benefits with Parkinson’s Disease
A diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease (PD) can be life-changing. Parkinson’s usually begins gradually and worsens over time. It is episodic and unpredictable. Symptoms are both obvious and hidden, and many are often underdiagnosed. As it often advances into stages of disability and loss of independence, Parkinson’s disease forces many people to stop working. If this […]
Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) Social Security Disability Benefits
It’s estimated that almost 95% of the adult population of the U.S. has been infected by the Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) at one point in their lives. While most develop immunity to the virus, some individuals with weakened immune systems develop long-term complications as a result of their EBV infection. These complications can include chronic fatigue […]
Common Questions About Epilepsy Disability Benefits
Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain in which abnormal electrical activity in the brain causes recurrent and unprovoked seizures. It affects about 3.4 million people in the United States. Anyone can develop epilepsy. Genetics, stroke, brain tumor, traumatic brain injury, or infection of the central nervous system are a few of the events that […]
Are Your Long Term Disability Benefits Taxable?
Navigating the tax implications of your long-term disability (LTD) benefits can be tricky. Generally, if your premiums were paid with pre-tax dollars, your benefits are taxable. If they were paid with post-tax dollars, your benefits aren’t taxable. It’s essential to understand the specifics of your policy and consult with a tax advisor to avoid any […]