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Can You Get Disability for Breast Cancer?
October is breast cancer awareness month and the question on many claimants’ minds is “Can you get disability for breast cancer?” In this post, we’ll answer that question and learn more about breast cancer disability. Breast Cancer in the United States The American Cancer Society has an excellent overview on the prevalence of breast cancer […]
Applying For SSDI: Thyroid Cancer
September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month which means it’s a great time to review what individuals with thyroid cancer applying for SSDI need to know. Until recently, thyroid cancer was the most rapidly increasing cancer in the United States, largely due to increased detection. As doctors gain access to more sensitive diagnostic procedures, such as CT […]
SSDI Lawyers in Greensboro Reveal Common Mistakes Made When Applying for SSDI
Brad Collins and Andrew Price are SSDI lawyers in Greensboro. They help disabled clients apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. It’s important to avoid common mistakes when applying for SSDI. Using Andrew and Brad’s combined 20+ years of experience as SSDI lawyers in Greensboro, we’ve compiled a list of common mistakes to avoid […]
Disability Lawyers in Charlotte, NC Congratulate Local Athlete on Paralympic Games
As Disability Lawyers in Charlotte, NC, we work with inspiring clients who live with significant disabilities and overcome challenges every day. Today, we want to highlight the grit and determination of a rising Queens University senior and US Paralympic Swimming athlete, Hannah Aspden. Hannah is competing in Tokyo now, swimming in daily meets through August […]
How Does Being Overweight or Obese Impact My Disability Claim?
Overweight or obese individuals applying for Social Security Disability benefits do not qualify as disabled based on their weight alone. While a person’s weight, specifically a Body Mass Index (BMI) measurement greater than 30 qualifies them as ‘obese,’ no specific weight or BMI establishes obesity as a severe impairment within the Social Security Disability program. […]
How Long Do You Need To Be Out Of Work To Qualify For Disability?
Claimants do not need to be out of work for 12 months to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. Social Security has a rule governing the length of your absence from work due to medical impairments. That rule is called the ‘durational requirement’ and it is the focus of today’s blog post. What is Social […]
2021 Social Security Disability Benefits Pay Chart
In this post, we’ll review the 2021 Social Security Disability Benefits Pay Chart. Each year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) issues a pay chart with the updated annual disability benefits for individuals and families. This annual disability benefit is adjusted upwards each year. This adjustment corresponds to the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) that applies to Social […]
Does Major Depressive Disorder Qualify for Social Security Disability?
Major depressive disorder is one of the most common medical impairments we encounter when dealing with Social Security Disability claims. While there are many types of depressions that vary in terms of their severity and impact on your life, major depressive disorder is known to fundamentally disrupt a person’s everyday life. This makes it difficult […]
How To Complete a Social Security Disability Application
Before applying for any disability program, you must complete a Social Security Disability Application. Most Social Security Disability claimants applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) prefer to work with an attorney. But some Social Security Disability attorneys do not file initial applications for claimants. Can a Disability Lawyer Help […]