As discussed in our last post, cancer is a very prevalent disease not just in Tennessee, but worldwide. The Social Security Administration recognizes this, and includes cancer in its Listing of Impairments, known as the “Blue Book.” It is important to understand, therefore, what the Social Security Administration will look for when considering applications for … Read More »
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a needs-based program for those who need disability benefits, but in general, have not worked in the past. Whether or not a person is eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is dependent on their income and resources, that is, the person’s belongings. What constitutes income for the purposes of applying … Read More »
It is not unusual for a person’s initial application for Social Security disability benefits to be denied. However, there is an appeals process in place. One step in the appeals process is having a hearing with an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). Unfortunately, there may be a case in which an applicant believes that the ALJ … Read More »
As discussed in our previous post, sickle cell anemia can be a disabling illness that can cause severe pain and complications. Those who suffer from it and cannot work may want to pursue Social Security disability benefits. And indeed, the Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes sickle cell disease as a disabling disorder in its Listing … Read More »
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are benefits that are meant to go to low-income individuals nationwide who are disabled, aged or blind. However, due to the income requirements, if an SSI recipient works and receives benefits, he or she must report his or her earnings to the Social Security Administration (SSA.) Of course, a recipient’s gross … Read More »
Veterans who go through combat situations often face many dangers in the line of duty. While it is normal to experience fear and anxiety after a traumatic experience, some veterans may find that their fear and anxiety affects their daily lives, even when they are no longer in any peril. When that happens, a person … Read More »
Sometimes a person can suffer from several illnesses or injuries all at once. Perhaps, on their own, just one of these illnesses or injuries would not suffice to disable the person. But when they are combined together, they do disable the person to the point that they are unable to work, despite their best efforts. … Read More »
As some people can attest, whether they have fibromyalgia or whether someone they love does, those who suffer from fibromyalgia face a whole host of crippling symptoms. They experience widespread and constant pain, fatigue, issues with the quality of their sleep and often psychological distress. Many who suffer from fibromyalgia find that the condition prevents … Read More »
Sickle cell anemia is a blood disease suffered by some people. The disease is inherited, rather than contracted, and involves a person’s red blood cells. Normal red blood cells are circular and flexible. This allows them to travel effectively through a person’s blood vessels. However, for those with sickle cell anemia, their red blood cells … Read More »
When a disability prevents a person from working, it can be incredibly frustrating. A person could go from being able to support themselves financially to being unable to take care of even their basic needs. Fortunately, there is a social safety net in place to help people in such situations in the form of Social … Read More »