Tag Archives: Florida Disability Insurance Attorneys
Monthly Payments and Other Benefits Offered under SSDI
When someone is seeking approval for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, the primary concern is getting the letter saying benefits are forthcoming. However, for long-term financial planning and developing viable systems of support, the claimant needs to know how much money he/she can expect to receive monthly, and what, if any, other benefits… Read More »
The Role of Your Doctor in a SSDI Claim
One of the first things a person does at the onset of a serious and disabling condition is to consult a doctor. The initial days and weeks of assessing and learning about a debilitating impairment are scary and stressful for those afflicted. Doctors are the first and primary source for dealing with disabling conditions,… Read More »
Challenging a Denial of Disability Benefits from Your Insurance Company
Disability insurance is one of the many types of coverage offered by insurance companies. People pay for insurance with the expectation that when life’s unexpected emergencies occur, the policy will kick-in and pay for at least some of the costs incurred. Basically, insurance policies are supposed to act as a buffer and relieve some… Read More »
New SSDI Regulations Change the Weight Given to Medical Evidence
Anyone facing a disabling condition must adjust to the constant rotation of doctors’ visits needed to monitor prescribed medication and to address symptoms and functional limitations. The impact of a disability is pervasive, often overwhelming, and these medical consultations reflect efforts by sufferers to find some relief. When these individuals seek approval for disability… Read More »
Filing a Disability Claim for Back Pain
Experiencing new and annoying aches and pains is an unfortunate aspect of getting older. Few are exempt from the physical discomforts that come with aging, but most are usually able to adapt without too much difficulty. However, one of the more common and debilitating types of pain that millions of Americans experience is back… Read More »
Work and Social Security Disability Benefits
A person’s identity is frequently tied to the work he/she does, and in America, a person’s worth is particularly associated with one’s job. For those suffering from a disability, the loss of this touchstone is very difficult, both emotionally and financially. While Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) cannot fix the psychological impact of a… Read More »
Blindness, Disability and Special Considerations
The world is overwhelmingly oriented in favor of those who have the use of all five senses. Thus, individuals with limited or a complete loss of hearing or sight face many challenges in navigating daily life. Those born with these disabilities are typically better at acquiring the adaptations necessary to live a normal life… Read More »
Private Disability Benefits Options You Need to Know
Coping with and attempting to compensate for a disability is a daily reality for millions of Americans, many of which are forced to stop working due to the debilitating effects of these conditions. A large number will turn to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits to find money to support themselves, but SSDI is… Read More »
What to Expect for SSDI Appeals to the Federal Courts
The application and approval process for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is long and stressful for most applicants. Very few claimants are granted benefits based on the initial application, and must enter the lengthy appeals process to receive the benefits they need. Certainly, the hope is benefits are approved as early in the… Read More »
Qualifying for Social Security Disability due to Mental Illness
A common and unfair perception about people receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is that they use this government-provided benefit to avoid working. However, the vast majority of people applying for and receiving SSDI benefits have repeatedly tried and failed to maintain regular employment following the onset of a disability. Very few people… Read More »
