All our lovely ladies (we missed Stephanie, who works remotely and could not be in Jacksonville with us) had a beautiful day of pampering (mani and pedi with glasses of bubbly) and lunch at one of our favorite beach spots. Not very often we have a chance to spend some time together, without tons of work, deadlines and stress. We cherished our special day and the … [Read more...]
Immune System Disorders in Disability Evaluation Under Social Security
What disorders does Social Security Administration evaluate under the immune system disorders listings? Immune system disorders that cause dysfunction in one or more components of your immune system are evaluated by SSA. The dysfunction may be due to problems in antibody production, impaired cell-mediated immunity, a combined type of antibody/cellular deficiency, … [Read more...]
Disability Evaluation Under Social Security: Children’s Skin Disorders
What children skin disorders are evaluated with Social Security Administration listings? Social Security Administration uses listings to evaluate skin disorders that may result from hereditary, congenital, or acquired pathological processes. The kinds of impairments covered by these listings are: Ichthyosis, bullous diseases, chronic infections of the skin or mucous … [Read more...]
How to Win Social Security Disability and SSI Benefit Claims
Did you know that some individuals suffering from significant medical and/or mental conditions may not ever win their Social Security Disability or SSI benefits? Unfortunately, it is not enough to have a severe impairment to win disability benefits from the social security administration. Both Social Security Disability programs (SSD and SSI) have rules and regulations … [Read more...]
Migraine As Disability Condition
Migraines are a legitimate condition to list on an application for Social Security or SSI disability. That said, Social Security does not have an impairment listing that specifically provides the medical criteria needed to be approved for disability. This does not mean that you cannot be approved for disability, although it is not easy with migraines only. Generally, … [Read more...]
From the series of Why We Love Our Job
Nothing else, except for a won case of course, can lighten up our day like a note from those whom we helped. Here are just couple examples of what makes us determined to go and fight for our clients every day! … [Read more...]
From the Series of Our Real Cases: Edward’s Story
Really exciting win this week! Back in 2016, our client, Mr. Edward, age 56 received a “Partially Favorable” decision awarding a disability date of June 2014. It meant he wouldn’t qualify for social security disability payments (over $1000/month), but instead only receive SSI payments (around $700/month). Edward suffers from several severe conditions: Spinal stenosis … [Read more...]
Rheumatoid Arthritis as a Common Impairment in Social Security Disability Claims
Rheumatoid Arthritis is a common impairment in Social Security Disability claims, but getting the actual diagnosis can be a long process. Here's a good explanation of common tests your doctor may order if you have symptoms of RA. If you are unable to work due to these symptoms call us and learn how we can help. If your doctor suspects that your joint pain and … [Read more...]
Why Do You Need Attorney- Why Representation Increases the win ratio at a Social Security Disability or SSI Hearing
Why does representation result in a higher win ratio at a hearing? The answer is fairly simple. Disability hearings are similar to various types of court proceedings in which solid case preparation and a proper presentation of the relevant arguments and positions, specifically pertaining to why the individual should be approved to receive disability benefits, are both … [Read more...]
Disability Conditions List Series- Stroke
One of the most common condition on the Disability List is stroke. And although strokes are most certainly a significant medical occurrence, they do not always lead to permanent limitations that are at a level considered disabling by Social Security. When an individual files for disability on the basis of a stroke, the disability examiner will not make a medical disability … [Read more...]
