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Migraines and Seizure Disorders

Migraines and Seizure Disorders obviously have a one thing in common – the brain. But I am discussing these topics together for another reasons: they are hard to prove as a disability. The reasons for this are many. It is not very often that a person with a seizure disorder

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Diabetes

According to the 2020 National Diabetes Statistics Report from the CDC, 34 million Americans, just over 1 in 10, have diabetes. 88 million Americans (1 in 3) have prediabetes. Whether your body simply does not produce insulin (Type 1) or no longer can use insulin properly (Type 2) the condition

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Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, and Auto-Immune Disorders

It seems to be increasingly difficult for many of our clients to get access to a rheumatologist. But a rheumatologist consultation can be so very critical in a disability claim for any number of conditions. Rheumatologists are board certified internists who are qualified by additional training in the diagnosis and

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Anxiety

Almost everyone experiences anxiety during their life. This can come with worry about the health of a family member or friend, job loss, or even with living through a pandemic. Such anxiety inducing challenges usually resolve within a short time and the anxiety dissipates. However, a person with an anxiety

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Depression

Depression is one of the most common medical problems affecting disability applicants. While sometimes causing severe functional impairment, depression is often unrecognized, undiagnosed and under-treated. Whether called dysthymia, major depressive disorder, or experienced as part of a bipolar disorder diagnosis, there are typical symptoms: increased sadness, anxiousness, irritability, hopelessness, and

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Grid Rules

Other than senior discounts at the movies, there are few advantages to aging. But Social Security has rules which benefit disability applicants as they move through different age groups and closer to retirement age. These are commonly called “Grid Rules.” SSA’s Grid Rules are a bit of an artifact as

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Don’t Wait to Ask For Help. Reach Out Today!

Often, people wait until after they are denied benefits to contact us. Their claims might be legitimate, but are denied due to incomplete medical and vocational information, inexpertly completed applications, or wrongheaded conclusions by their medical consultants. You can avoid these problems by reaching out to us before you file a claim.

We have over 40 years of experience with Social Security claims and private disability appeals. Let our expert team of LTD lawyers represent you, whether it’s preparing all the paperwork necessary to file your application or starting an appeal. We know what documentation is required and have experience dealing with physicians to ensure that medical records submitted to SSA or private insurers are complete. We will handle your claim personally and with compassion.

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