The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced an increase in Social Security Disability benefits for 2023. With this announcement, the SSA notes the increase applies to both the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs. SSI Disability Increase 2023 Federal law requires the SSA to evaluate benefits each year and make […]
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Signs You Won Your SSDI Hearing
As disability lawyers in Winston-Salem, NC, we work with many claimants seeking SSDI benefits who present at hearing. Few claims resolve at the early stages of the process. That’s why it’s important to understand and recognize the signs of a good SSDI hearing. Remember, the content provided below is for guidance only and does not […]
Is Vertigo a Disability?
Vertigo causes an individual to feel that the world is spinning around them. In reality, they’re sitting or standing still. Episodes of vertigo can last from a few minutes to several hours. In some cases, they can even continue for days. Severe vertigo significantly affects an individual’s ability to function. If you’re living with severe […]
Is BPD a Disability? Find Out if You Qualify for Benefits
Are you seeking disability for Borderline Personality Disorder? If you suffer from borderline personality disorder (BPD), and this disorder interferes with your ability to work, you may qualify for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Borderline Personality Disorder, What Is It? Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a form of mental illness characterized by […]
Is Anxiety a Disability? Legal Guidance in Charlotte, NC
Most of us feel anxiety from time to time as we respond to stress from life’s unexpected events and challenges. As a rule, we find ways to cope with these situations and continue our normal daily activities. For someone suffering from an anxiety disorder, stress is not a passing, temporary thing. It is something they […]
Is IBS a Disability?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a painful gastrointestinal disorder that affects your intestinal tract. Out of the 40 million Americans who suffer from this disorder, at least 80% suffer from mild to moderate IBS that can be controlled through dietary changes, exercise and stress management. Others, however, suffer from a severe form of the disorder […]
