Staying proactive can increase chances of approval for Social Security...
Most Illinois residents know qualifying for Social Security Disability benefits can be difficult. The Social Security Administration demands extensive documentation, which can prove challenging for...
View ArticleDetermining your residual functional capacity
Many people in Illinois suffer from disabling conditions that do not match Social Security Administration “Blue Book” listings. When deciding whether to award Social Security Disability benefits to...
View ArticleCan you receive Social Security Disability if you live in a nursing home?
At some point, many people who collect Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income will rely on assisted care in a nursing home or similar facility. Unfortunately, changes in living...
View ArticleWhat does a telephone interview with a Social Security claims representative...
For people seeking Social Security Disability benefits, a telephone interview is often the most convenient or physically feasible option. However, many Illinois applicants do not know what to expect...
View ArticleEpilepsy may qualify for Social Security Disability
About 1 in 26 Americans will be diagnosed with epilepsy at some point, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The condition currently affects 2.3 million Americans, including many...
View ArticleUsing the SSA blue book to determine disability
Chicago residents who suffer from disabling conditions often think their impairments clearly qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. However, many SSD claims are denied because of the Social...
View ArticleMistakes to avoid on your SSD application
The Social Security Administration uses strict standards to evaluate whether disabled individuals qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. The SSD application process is also highly technical....
View ArticleSeeking SSD benefits for blindness
Blindness affects more than 1 million Americans over the age of 40, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. The condition can introduce significant medical expenses and markedly restrict a...
View ArticleCan you claim Social Security Disability as well as workers’ compensation?
Work-related injuries contribute to about 1 in 20 cases of disability, according to the Council for Disability Awareness. Workers’ compensation insurance provides financial support to Illinois workers...
View ArticleSocial Security Disability and spinal cord injuries
The spinal cord carries nerve signals between the brain and body. A spinal cord injury can result in partial or total disruption of these signals, leading to loss of movement or sensation below the...
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