Articles about Social Security

Does My Weight Qualify Me for Disability?

Social Security Disability (SSD) is a federally mandated insurance program meant to provide both financial and healthcare assistance to individuals struggling to work. Before applying for these benefits, contact an SSD lawyer for help understanding the Social Security Administration’s (SSA’s) consideration of medical conditions posing as barriers to employment. One

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Will a Personal Injury Settlement Affect My SSD Benefits?

Struggling with a disability that prevents you from working is difficult enough. Applying for and receiving a Social Security disability adds yet another layer of complexity and frustration. Now imagine that this situation is compounded by another factor: you are involved in an accident. Receiving a personal injury settlement is

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Is Sarcoidosis Considered Disabling?

What is sarcoidosis? Sarcoidosis is a disease that involves the collection of inflammatory cells in different parts of your body. These cells, or granulomas, often form in the lungs, lymph nodes, eyes and skin, although any organ can be affected. This is a spontaneous disease with unknown causes. For some,

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What Is My Social Security Disability Date?

When applying for Social Security Disability, it is important that the Social Security Administration (SSA) determine your disability date. Your disability date tells the SSA when you are eligible to receive a monthly disability benefit. It also tells the SSA when you can start to receive Medicare benefits. Determining your

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What Should I Do if I Cannot Work?

If you are unable to work, the first question you should ask yourself is why. Are you unable to work because you cannot find a job? If that is the case, one resource available for free to all Florida residents is vocational rehabilitation. The Florida Department of Education’s Division of Vocational

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I Have Lupus. Does That Qualify Me for Disability?

The Lupus Foundation of America estimates that approximately 1.5 million Americans have lupus. That is approximately 1 in every 20 Americans. Systematic lupus erythematosus (SLE), more commonly known as lupus, is an autoimmune disorder that causes your immune system to attack your own tissue and organs. This is a chronic

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4 Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for Disability Benefits

Applying for disability benefits can be an overwhelming, intimidating process. There is a lot at stake – your health, your financial security, your ability to care for yourself and your family. When you’re struggling with a life-changing injury or illness, the stress can be difficult to handle. And, unfortunately, it

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