The requirements a disabled individual must meet in order to qualify for Social Security disability benefits are meant to reserve funds for those who are most deserving. However, the government's tight pocketbook and the interplay between the SSD process and other...
Month: September 2016
PTSD affects millions of Americans
When Floridians hear about post-traumatic stress disorder, many think of military service members who have been exposed to explosions and gun fights. While these individuals certainly may develop the condition, they are not the only people who can be affected by PTSD....
SSD benefits for respiratory conditions and medical documentation
Social Security Disability benefits can make a big difference in the lives of Florida residents who are unable to work due to an illness or injury. But in order to qualify for SSD benefits, an individual has to meet the strict requirements laid out by the Social...
We assist in the fight to recover SSD benefits
It can be distressing to think about, but there is a whole host of diseases, disorders, illnesses, and injuries that strike us, seemingly without a moment's notice. While some of us may fear that one of these conditions will befall us or a loved one, hundreds of...
What is “substantial gainful activity” for an SSD benefits claim?
Before an individual can successfully claim Social Security disability benefits, he or she must prove they meet the requirements laid out by the Social Security Administration. Depending on the injury or illness that has left an individual disabled, differing...
SSD benefits may be available for those with Down syndrome
Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects a significant portion of our population. The condition, which can be classified as mosaic or non-mosaic in nature, can drastically affect an individual's ability to live what many would consider a normal life. Those who...
Confirming cystic fibrosis for SSD purposes
Cystic fibrosis is a debilitating disease that can have a tremendous impact on a Floridian's life. The disease can prevent a sufferer from living a normal life and preclude any possibility of obtaining and maintaining employment. Medical expenses and lost wages may...
Woman denied SSD benefits for not meeting work requirements
Social Security disability benefits can be a financial lifesaver for those suffering from a disability. Oftentimes, those who are thinking about applying for SSD benefits concern themselves with whether they fit the Social Security Administration's definition...
SSD benefits and proving musculoskeletal disability
Those who are unable to work on account of a disability may be entitled to compensation via the Social Security disability system. Yet, before benefits are awarded, a claimant must prove that he or she fits the Social Security Administration's definition of...