There are hundreds of medical conditions which affect an individual’s ability to work. Some conditions are fairly obvious as having a significant impact upon working abilities such as loss of limb, severe heart disease, or certain cancers. Some not-so-obvious conditions might include plantar fasciitis, carpal tunnel…and even blepharospasm. If you
Apply for Social Security Disability Benefits if: You suffer from a severe physical and/or mental impairment. Your medical condition is expected to provide significant limitations for 12 months or more. Your medical condition prevents you from earning more than $1,180 gross per month. You have likely heard someone somewhere along
How does the Social Security Administration determine I am disabled? It’s a common question asked of Social Security Disability attorneys everywhere. Following is an answer providing a better understanding of residual functional capacity. The Social Security Administration, or SSA, evaluates all claims with a five-step sequential evaluation process. Steps 4
Lymphoma is a type of cancer that develops in the lymphatic system. Cancer starts in the white blood cells called lymphocytes, which are designed to help fight infection and disease as part of the body’s immune system. Because lymph tissue is found throughout the body, lymphoma may develop anywhere in
Acute myelogenous leukemia, or AML leukemia, is a type of blood or bone marrow cancer. This is a rapidly forming cancer, starting in the bone marrow and quickly disseminating throughout the body. The word “acute” means rapid formation and, without treatment, it means it could be terminal after only a
Playing in the National Football League (NFL) often places professional football players at significant risk for serious, if not permanent, injury. It is no surprise that the NFL has taken steps to financially protect players in the event of permanent injury resulting in an inability to work. In this case,
When you are struggling with a disability, coping with lost work, lost wages, insecurity around your finances, medical appointments, therapies, and other aspects can be overwhelming. Trying to navigate the complex Social Security Disability maze only adds to the stress and frustration. One area of confusion is residual functional capacity.
June is prostate cancer awareness month. Similar to breast cancer, prostate cancer is becoming more and more common among older adult males. In fact, it is estimated that approximately one out of every six males develops prostate cancer in their lifetime. As with most cancers, some forms of prostate cancer
It is impossible to know the exact number of medical conditions individuals suffer from. One way to try to estimate the number of conditions is by considering the diagnostic codes used by doctors and insurance companies. There are approximately 68,000 diagnostic codes currently used. These codes are for the most
Unlocking the Path to Support and Compensation for Individuals with Adult ADHD Living with adult ADHD brings forth a unique set of challenges that can permeate every facet of your life, from the workplace to personal relationships. If you find yourself grappling with the symptoms of ADHD, which hinder your
