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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Social Security Disability Benefits and Strokes
I have represented many of my Indiana neighbors who have experienced strokes, and one thing is certain – none of them have been exactly alike. Some of my clients experienced a wide variety of physical and mental impairments leading up to their strokes, while others seemed to be perfectly healthy until they experienced their strokes. […]
Lupus and Indiana Social Security Disability Appeals
Indiana residents suffering from Lupus can find themselves unable to work, but at the same time denied the Social Security disability benefits they are due. Indiana Social Security disability attorney Scott Lewis has helped individuals diagnosed with Lupus receive their Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. If you are experiencing […]
