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Accidents that cause brain injuries can happen in the blink of an eye, but the impact they have on victims can last a lifetime. Traumatic brain injuries disrupt the normal functions of the brain, which could lead to severe, permanent conditions. With this in mind, we urge readers to take seriously any accident or event […]

In a recent post, we discussed the fact that musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders are the most common reasons people collect Social Security Disability benefits, according to recent statistics. In this post, we will look more closely at what these disorders are and why they can be disabling. What are musculoskeletal disorders? As noted by […]

People who struggle with serious health conditions know that numbers play a considerable role in understanding what to expect in terms of their prognosis and treatment options. The same can be said when it comes to understanding what to expect in terms of Social Security Disability benefits. If you have a severe condition that prevents […]

This month, readers of this blog might start hearing more about people with mental health disorders, as May is Mental Health Awareness Month across the U.S. Raising awareness is crucial, because although millions of people suffer from mental illnesses, most do not receive treatment. For instance, as noted by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, […]

Carpal tunnel syndrome affects millions of Americans. This uncomfortable – and sometimes disabling – condition can be especially common among women, people who work on an assembly line or people who perform data entry, though it can affect any adult. The condition affects a nerve that runs between a person’s forearm and palm. When this […]

Did you know that our skin is our largest organ? According to National Geographic, the average adult is carrying about eight pounds and 22 square feet of skin. Due to its size and exposure to the elements, our skin is particularly vulnerable to injury and stimulation that can cause severe health problems. And just like any […]

Millions of people suffer from conditions like chronic pain, fatigue and depression. For some people, these conditions are frustrating; for others, they are disabling. Due to the difficulty in assessing symptoms and broad misunderstandings about their impact on individuals, sufferers might automatically assume they do not qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). However, that […]

It is an unfortunate fact that people who apply for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits (SSDI) can spend months and sometimes years waiting for a ruling on their applications. There is a massive backlog of applications, and many people ultimately must also navigate the appeal process. While they wait, disabled workers may be dealing with enormous financial […]

On this blog, we have examined the many challenges and frustrations people often encounter when applying for benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Unfortunately, many people have valid applications denied initially. If you recently applied for SSI and the Social Security Administration denied your application, it is important that you not give up or assume […]

Medical evidence is one of the primary factors the Social Security Administration (SSA) considers when assessing a person’s application for disability benefits. As such, it is vital that applicants provide as much relevant medical evidence as possible. With this in mind, you can take a few important steps to ensure that the medical evidence you present is […]