Monthly Archives: August 2010

Herniated Discs Can Become a Disabling Medical Condition

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Editorial Board

A person who suffers from a herniated disc that prevents them from working may be eligible for Social Security disability benefits.  If the back pain is so severe that it becomes a disabling medical condition that would inhibit one’s ability … Continue reading →

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Winning Social Security Disability with Depression Disorder

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Editorial Board

Depression can affect your disability application and disability determination in various ways. On the one hand, it is not uncommon for disability applicants to feel depressed because of their inability to continue working and provide for their families, particularly after … Continue reading →

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Mental Retardation Can be a Disabling Medical Condition

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Editorial Board

The Social Security Administration (SSA) maintains a listing that describes the impairments that the SSA considers severe enough to qualify someone for disability benefits. This list is known as the Blue Book, and mental retardation is among the impairments listed. … Continue reading →

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How Good are the Chances of Winning a Social Security Disability or SSI Case?

Posted on August 2, 2010 by John R. Heard

The chances of receiving a favorable decision depend on several factors.  How well the case has been developed, the severity of the impairment, the claimant’s age and education as well as the quality of medical records accumulated on the claimant’s … Continue reading →

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