Drug addiction and alcohol dependency are serious issues for a lot of people, and medical science acknowledges that they are diseases. However, that’s not how the Social Security Administration (SSA) views the situation when you file for Social Security Disability...
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Does your condition qualify for disability benefits?
Each year, millions of Americans experience life-altering conditions that render them unable to work and fend for themselves and their dependents. Obviously, the loss of income, coupled with the resulting medical bills often leads to serious financial strain for...
Can you qualify for SSD if you have a substance abuse problem?
People of all ages and from all walks of life suffer from substance abuse. For some people, it’s an addiction to alcohol. For others, it’s illegal or even prescription drugs they may have started taking after an injury or surgery. Some become dependent on an...
Do certain mental disorders qualify for SSD?
When many people think about Social Security Disability (SSD), they often assume that only those with physical disabilities may qualify for benefits. That's not actually true. Mental health concerns can also be debilitating on a daily basis, thus affecting your...
Does fibromyalgia qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD)?
Many people suffer from a condition called fibromyalgia. As a complex medical condition, it has numerous symptoms which can make it difficult to diagnose. It is characterized by diffuse pain throughout the body, including the sufferer's joints, tendons, muscles, and...
Administrative law judges argue new rule may be illegal
A newly proposed rule by the Social Security Administration could negatively impact people in Ohio and around the country who apply for Social Security Disability benefits. If the rule is enacted, people whose initial claims are denied will no longer be able to have...
What to expect in a continuing disability review
Claimants who are granted Social Security Disability are not guaranteed those benefits for life, especially in the case of a child. Cases will be scheduled for what is known as a continuing disability review hearing. When that hearing will be scheduled depends on the...
The right approach to qualifying for SSD benefits
Injured workers in Ohio have a number of concerns, tops of which are recovering their health and how they will earn an income if they can't return to work for an extended period of time. These concerns can consume an injured worker's everyday life. When they find out...
Deeming parental income in SSI cases for children
Most people in Columbus know about the benefits that are offered by the Social Security Administration. These benefits include the Social Security Disability Insurance program and the Supplemental Security Income program. For SSDI, a prospective beneficiary is...
Does the SSA expedite certain claims for SSD benefits?
Many people in Columbus, Ohio, rely on Social Security disability benefits at some point in their lives. The reasons for applying for SSD benefits can vary: some may need the money after retirement, while others may need it because of a disabling illness. The Social...