Tag Archives: disability benefits
NEVADA DISABILITY BENEFITS
The Disability Process in Nevada If you live in Nevada and need disability benefits, you also need an attorney. Most people who are suffering from a disability and can no longer work should apply for disability benefits. You can apply for disability benefits no matter where you live in Nevada. There are Social Security… Read More »
WHAT IS THE AMOUNT OF MY SSDI BENEFIT?
Do you wonder what monthly amount your SSDI benefit will be? Do you wonder how you can calculate your benefit payment? There are answers to your questions. If you are eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefit payments, then the amount you will receive each month depends on your average lifetime earnings. Unlike… Read More »
WHAT QUESTIONS WILL THE JUDGE ASK AT MY DISABILITY HEARING?
Are you wondering what questions the disability judge will ask at your SSA hearing? Don’t worry, an SSA hearing is nothing like an impeachment hearing. You are the main witness, but you will not be grilled with questions like they do to witnesses on television. SSA hearings are informal. They are also private, which… Read More »
THREE REASONS TO HIRE A DISABILITY ATTORNEY TO WIN YOUR SSD CASE
There are more than three reasons to hire a disability attorney to represent you in your claim for SSD benefits. The reason most people don’t hire an attorney is they think it will cost too much money. What most people don’t know is that attorney fees in disability cases are controlled by the government…. Read More »
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS AND WINNING DISABILITY BENEFITS
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS AND SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS Multiple Sclerosis is an auto-immune disease that affects the central nervous system. When an individual suffers from M.S., the disease damages the insulating covers of the nerve cells in the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. This nerve damage process is called demyelination. Demyelination can cause symptoms, such as… Read More »
SSA CHANGES RULES FOR DETERMINING BACK DISABILITIES
Once again, the SSA changes the rules for people with a back disability. This change should be of concern to all lawyers and claimants who are seeking disability benefits, because every year there are millions of disability claims filed for back impairments. The new rules, including the new preamble, will be effective on April… Read More »
IS FIBROMYALGIA DISABLING?
DISABILITY BENEFITS AND FIBROMYALGIA Fibromyalgia is a medical condition that the Social Security Administration recognizes for purposes of disability. You can obtain disability benefits from the SSA if you fibromyalgia. But, what is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is known to be a disease of widespread body pain. People with fibromyalgia may have heightened pain response to pressure. Also,… Read More »
HOW TO APPLY FOR SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS
If you are wondering how to apply for Social Security Disability benefits, you have come to the right place. Applying for Social Security Disability benefits has never been easier. The SSA has multiple ways for disabled people to file an application for disability benefits. Below, please find out how to apply for Social Security Disability… Read More »
WHEN TO FILE FOR SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS
SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY AND SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME BENEFITS Many people contact our office asking if they should file for Social Security Disability benefits or Supplemental Security Income. Typically, they wonder if they will be eligible for benefits, but they also wonder if they should wait to file for benefits; after all, many people are… Read More »
THE IMPORTANCE OF MEDICAL RECORDS IN YOUR DISABILITY CASE
THE SSA NEEDS MEDICAL RECORDS AT EVERY LEVEL OF THE DISABILITY CASE It is paramount that you understand the importance of collecting all of your medical records when you apply for disability benefits. When you first apply for benefits, you should include a copy of your medical records with your application. This is true… Read More »
