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When you fell and heard the “crack” as you landed, you knew that you were going to see some serious consequences. The moment you attempted to get up, you realized you couldn’t feel one of your legs right. A phone call and ambulance ride later led to the discovery that...
There are many medical conditions that can leave a person unable to work or even to take care of themselves and their home. Some of these conditions are progressive, meaning that they will get worse over time. Many progressive conditions are eventually terminal,...
There are several benefits and assistance programs available through Social Security, and people frequently confuse these different benefits. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is one of the most commonly sought benefits available from the Social Security...
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, or EDS, is a complex set of genetic disorders involving the way that a person’s body produces and regulates collagen. Ultimately, this can end up impacting many of their connective tissues, including their joints, muscles, skin, organs and...
Certain illnesses have a strong association with specific professions. For example, black lung or coal workers' pneumoconiosis is strongly associated with those who work in mining. Similarly, many people associate post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with service in...
For individuals who have a disability, health care coverage is often a primary concern because these conditions are usually costly. You might have private health care coverage through a former employer, but this might be cost-prohibitive because of the reduction or...
If you have schizophrenia, this does not necessarily mean you can claim Social Security Disability Benefits (SSDI). The Social Security Administration (SSA) decides whether you get these benefits or not. Schizophrenia, like many psychological illnesses, is not easy...
Appeals are an important part of the Social Security Disability (SSD) application process. If a person applies for disability benefits but does not receive them, it is their right to appeal that decision. Appealing can take a long time, which is why most attorneys...
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is somewhat notorious for taking a long time to process claims by those seeking Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. People can wait a year or longer for a hearing, which can mean going months without benefits...
As a result of a serious injury or illness, there may come a point when you ponder your ability to apply for Social Security Disability benefits. Since you’re unsure of whether or not you qualify, you’re likely to have a variety of questions about the Social Security...
