Cancer is a scary word for all of us, but it is absolutely terrifying for someone who just received a cancer diagnosis. For someone suffering from cancer, Social Security Disability is likely the last thing on their mind. However, when cancer reaches the point of preventing someone from working, Disability payments can be very helpful. […]
Epilepsy, and seizures in general, is something I see fairly often in my practice as a Social Security Disability lawyer. Many people suffer seizures in addition to other symptoms and impairments, while some are applying for Social Security Disability due to seizures alone. For people dealing with seizures, there are many different factors to consider […]
People with endocrine disorders may not know that they may be eligible for Social Security Disability. Endocrine disorders are conditions that cause a hormonal imbalance within the body. The Social Security Administration lists several different examples of endocrine disorders that could qualify for Disability including: Pituitary gland disorders, thyroid gland disorders, parathyroid gland disorders, adrenal […]
Among the many complicated disorders that can be considered for Social Security Disability, hematological disorders might be considered the most complicated by some. The Social Security Administration considers several different hematological disorders under the 7.00 Listings (For more information on what a listing is and how it affects you, please read my previous post in […]
Digestive disorders seem to be a growing issue for many people applying for Social Security Disability. Some impairments that Social Security discusses falling into the category of “digestive” include “gastrointestinal hemorrhage, hepatic (liver) dysfunction, inflammatory bowel disease, short bowel syndrome, and malnutrition.” By far the most common illnesses I see within this grouping are inflammatory […]
