A diagnosis of cancer shakes a patient. Regardless of the type, just the word changes the life of patients and their family. Often the symptoms of both the disease, and the treatment, may make full time work impossible and allow for an award of Social Security disability benefits. Several years ago, Social Security instituted the […]

Let’s start with the basics: the Social Security system is critical to life in the United States. As of May, 2019, more than 68 million Americans receive some benefits from Social Security – either retirement, disability or survivors benefits, or Supplemental Security Income. Social Security keeps millions of Americans out of poverty and for many […]

Surprisingly, the level of impairment needed to meet the Listing of Impairments for stroke patients is quite challenging, making it difficult for some to get Social Security disability benefits. As with all medical conditions, disability is based upon the symptoms from a medical condition, and the proof as to how those symptoms impact a person’s […]

Spring should be an enjoyable season. But high temperatures can be devastating for those predisposed to asthma and respiratory illnesses. Between pollution and pollen, it is hard to catch a break. A difficult attack can be enough to push a fragile person over the edge into disability. Under Respiratory System – Medical Listing 3.03, Social […]

Huntington’s disease is a genetic inheritance disease of the brain that results in the degeneration of the brain’s neurons. This disease causes uncontrolled movements, mood swings and the loss of cognitive abilities. There is currently no cure for Huntington’s disease, but medications can help manage the emotional and physical symptoms. Under Social Security’s regulations, people […]