Receiving Social Security Disability For Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s disease is becoming a much more commonly diagnosed problem for the clients I represent in my Indiana Social Security disability law practice. When I see an influx of certain types of cases, I am never sure whether the increase is due to the disease occurring more often, or to doctors making more accurate diagnoses. […]
Lupus and Your Indiana Social Security Disability Claim
As an attorney representing many individuals across Indiana in their Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims, I see a wide variety of disabling conditions. Recently I have encountered more individuals diagnosed with lupus than before. I would like to discuss some of the symptoms of lupus and how the Social […]
Brain Injury and Social Security Disability Benefits
Practicing Social Security disability law in Indiana has brought me into contact with a variety of disabling conditions and brain injuries are no exception. This type of disability may result in the inability to work due to physical and/or mental impairments. Your inability to sustain a forty (40) hour work week can result in qualifying […]
Social Security Disability Benefits for Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C (HCV) is a medical condition in which the patient’s liver is inflamed. In some cases, HCV can lead to cirrhosis (replacement of liver tissue with scar tissue) of the liver. Hepatitis C is usually spread via organ transplants, transfusions, intravenous drug use, or poorly sterilized medical equipment. HCV was only proven to be a […]
Social Security Disability Benefits for Fibromyalgia in Indiana
Fibromyalgia is a condition where a person experiences widespread pain and painful responses to pressure. Fibromyalgia may also be associated with depression, anxiety, and other stress related disorders. Other symptoms may be, but are not limited to the following: Fatigue Sleep disturbances Joint stiffness Bowel/bladder issues Numbness/tingling Cognitive dysfunction Difficulty swallowing The cause of fibromyalgia is […]
Social Security Disability Benefits for Fibromyalgia in Indiana
Fibromyalgia is a condition where a person experiences widespread pain and painful responses to pressure. Fibromyalgia may also be associated with depression, anxiety, and other stress related disorders. Other symptoms may be, but are not limited to the following: Fatigue Sleep disturbances Joint stiffness Bowel/bladder issues Numbness/tingling Cognitive dysfunction Difficulty swallowing The cause of fibromyalgia is […]
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 […]
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 […]
Can I Receive Social Security Disability Benefits for Autism?
In my Indiana Social Security disability practice I am seeing a growing number of cases involving autism. Autism is a developmental disorder that is usually diagnosed within the first three years of a person’s life. It mainly hinders an individual’s communication and social interaction skills. Both children and adults can receive Social Security disability benefits […]
Diabetes and Winning Your Social Security Disability Claim
Practicing Social Security Disability law in Indianapolis has opened my eyes to how many people suffer from diabetes. Many of my clients suffer from several different disabling conditions at the same time, and more often than not, diabetes is on their list. At your disability hearing in front of the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ), the […]
