If your benefits have been denied and you wish to appeal, you have the right to a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge. The idea of going up in front of a judge and needing to prove your case can be very intimidating. It may make you very nervous, but if you have the right […]
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Getting denied for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits can be heartbreaking. You’ve spent all this time and effort compiling your medical history and building your case, and now all of that energy seems to be wasted. For many people, this setback is enough to give up. Before you decide to throw in the towel, though, […]
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When navigating through a disability law case as well as an appeal, it can be greatly beneficial to hire a lawyer. A lawyer who specializes in disability cases will be an invaluable resource to you and give you a greater chance of winning your case. These lawyers have been through the process many times before […]
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As you work, you also pay into Social Security, and those benefits can be used for more than just yourself if life throws a terrible curveball in your direction. Knowing who can receive benefits from your Social Security payments can become a critical piece of information, so here’s a quick rundown of how Social Security […]
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A genitourinary disorder affects the genital and urinary organs. Examples of genitourinary disorders that could interfere with a person’s ability to work are kidney failure, testicular cancer, bladder cancer, and nephrotic syndrome. Other kinds of chronic genitourinary disorders listed in the Social Security Administration’s Blue Book include hypertensive neuropathy (damage to the kidneys caused by […]
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When considering disability claims, the Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a guide called the Blue Book or Listing of Impairments, a comprehensive index that lists all conditions and severities that qualify as disability conditions. If your claim meets a Blue Book listing and is determined to be severe enough, you will likely qualify for benefits. […]
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Being involved in a car accident can be a scary experience. It can also cause many different types of injuries that can have lasting effects. If any of these injuries as so severe that they prevent you from working, you may be eligible for disability benefits through the Social Security Administration (SSA). The information below […]
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You’ve been the victim of an accident, and the injuries that resulted have created a life situation that is less than ideal for you. Your medical bills and loss of work can have a large impact on your daily life from lack of money to pay your regular bills to have to deal with figuring out how […]
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First, the driver must stop the vehicle right at the scene if there is a death, personal injury or property damage. By NC law, the driver must help any injured party by calling an ambulance or engaging a doctor’s help. Unless you know what you are doing, do not move the injured one. However, you […]
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For hundreds of years, we have amused ourselves with jigsaw puzzles. Did you know the first jigsaw puzzles date back to 1760? That’s hundreds of years we’ve spent trying to fit all the sky pieces together. But jigsaw puzzles still play a role in our lives. For example, Social Security Disability claims can be like a jigsaw […]
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