Social Security Disability Benefits for Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when an external mechanical force causes damage to the brain. These injuries may occur as a result of vehicle accidents, firearms, falls, construction accidents, or sports injuries. A TBI may cause temporary or permanent impairment of brain functioning and might cause structural damage to the brain as well. Symptoms from […]
Social Security Disability Benefits for Pancreatitis
The pancreas is a large gland located behind the stomach. It is part of the endocrine and nervous systems. The pancreas produces many important hormones that circulate in the blood. It also produces digestive enzymes that help break down food. Pancreatitis occurs when the pancreas becomes inflamed. Damage to the pancreas can occur when pancreatic […]
Can I Receive Social Security Disability Benefits for Diverticulitis?
Diverticulitis is a fairly common digestive disease. The severity and the longevity of the disease can vary greatly, though. For some patients, a treatment of conservative therapy with bowel rest may be sufficient; others may require more aggressive antibiotics or even surgery. The exact cause of diverticulitis is unknown. It was previously thought that a […]
Kidney Failure and Social Security Disability Benefits in Indiana
If you suffer from kidney failure, also known as renal failure, you may be eligible for Social Security disability benefits. Kidney failure is recognized by the Social Security Administration in its Listing of Impairments under section 6.00 – Genitourinary Impairments. Kidney failure is a medical condition in which the kidneys fail to filter the waste products […]
Initial Application Process for Social Security Disability Benefits
In my Indiana Social Security disability law practice, I receive many phone calls each day from people who want to know what they need to do to apply for Social Security disability benefits. Many of them have worked their whole lives, and they are uncertain and afraid because they can no longer provide income for […]
Expedited Social Security Disability Hearings for Veterans
“Starting March 17, 2014, veterans who have a VA compensation rating of 100% permanent and total (P&T) may receive expedited processing of applications for Social Security disability benefits.” This is a direct quote from the Social Security Administration’s website. This is great news for 100% disabled veterans. In my Indiana law office, we have already […]
Bipolar Disorder and Social Security Disability Benefits
Bipolar disorder is a type of mental disorder. It is usually distinguished by periods of depression that alternate with periods of “mania.” Sometimes these episodes can be so severe that they impact a person’s ability to live a normal life. There are five levels of moods associated with bipolar disorder: Severe Mania Hypomania Normal Mood […]
Social Security Disability Benefits for Claimants with Diabetes
Diabetes (also known as diabetes mellitus) has two main types. Type 1 DM (diabetes mellitus) comes from the body’s inability to produce insulin. People with this condition typically have to inject themselves with insulin or wear an insulin pump. Type 2 DM stems from the body’s resistance to insulin – that is, the body’s cells […]
Back Pain and Social Security Disability Benefits
In my Indianapolis Social Security disability practice, most of my clients include back pain as an impairment that keeps them from working. If you have ever suffered from back pain, you may understand why these individuals claim they are simply in too much pain to perform even the most simple tasks. You can receive disability […]
Is Chronic Pain Syndrome Recognized as a Qualifying Disability?
Even though the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) listing of impairments is relatively long, chronic pain syndrome is not specifically listed. But this does not mean that you cannot receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for your condition. The SSA’s listing of impairments is very detailed and has listings for […]
