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Social Security Disability Benefits for Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)

May 29, 2014

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 […]

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Is My Initial Consultation Really Free?

May 22, 2014

Your initial consultation with our office is free, and there are many reasons why.  When you call our office to initially discuss your claim, you will probably have many questions.  So will we.  We will need to talk to you to get an idea of whether you qualify for one of Social Security’s disability programs. […]

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Heart Disease According to the Social Security Administration

May 20, 2014

The Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes many cardiovascular impairments as disabling conditions.   Many people use the term heart disease interchangeably with cardiovascular impairments.   The SSA defines a cardiovascular impairment as  “any disorder that affects the proper functioning of the heart or the circulatory system (that is, arteries, veins, capillaries, and the lymphatic drainage). […]

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Social Security Disability Benefits for Pancreatitis

May 7, 2014

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 […]

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Can I Receive Social Security Disability Benefits for Diverticulitis?

April 24, 2014

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 […]

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Kidney Failure and Social Security Disability Benefits in Indiana

April 14, 2014

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 […]

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