Social security disability can be a complicated process, requiring several steps to proving you are disabled. The complication ultimately begins with how social security defines disability. Social security defines disability as, “the inability to do any substantial gainful activity by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment which
In order to pursue an occupational disease claim under Florida’s Workers Compensation law for covid-19, we first must look to the definition of an occupational disease for what elements need to be proven. In order to meet the definition of an occupational disease, the disease must be due to causes
Under the Florida Workers Compensation Law, benefits are paid based upon disability. Disability means an “incapacity because of the injury to earn in the same or any other employment the wages which the employer is receiving at the time of the injury”. Basically, the amount of workers’ compensation benefits will
If you are struggling to work due to a severe medical condition, you may consider applying for social security disability benefits through the federal government. Social security disability benefits are funded through the federally administered social security administration. Seeking guidance from a Social Security Disability Lawyer can help streamline this
In a new interview on Medium.com, Brian LaBovick answers questions about why he wrote his new best-selling book Not a Good Neighbor, which helps people with handling the many issues and challenges following an automobile accident, and how to figure out when they do and do not need a lawyer. Read
Introduction In the realm of social security, the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) serves as a lifeline for individuals who have hit a roadblock in their career due to a debilitating condition. However, the road to securing this benefit is not always smooth, and one may find themselves in a
If you are denied social security disability benefits, do not lose hope. The majority of people who file for social security disability insurance are denied after their initial application. In fact, the statistics are that only approximately 30% of applications are approved with the initial request. There are a lot
Social Security disability benefits are monetary and health benefits that are managed by the federal government. This is a government-run insurance program set in place to help working members of society in the event they find themselves in a position where they are unable to work. This inability to work
Have you ever wondered why it is easier for people who are older to get social security disability benefits than younger individuals with the same medical condition? This is because Social Security Administration regulations consider an individual’s age, education and experience when determining disability. In order to be entitled to
If you are worried that your use of drugs or alcohol will affect your ability to win your Social Security disability case, you will want to read this. First, let’s start by defining our terms. The Social Security Administration, (“SSA”), refers to this as drug and alcohol abuse. (“DDA”). DDA
