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Monthly Archives: December 2010
Why Does the Disability Judge ask Hypothetical Questions to the VE?
The questions the judge asks the VE require a two step process. First, the judge must consider how your medical conditions affect you physically and mentally by stating your residual functioning capacity (RFC). Second, the judge looks at whether you … Continue reading
Migraine Headaches, Can They Be a Disabling Condition?
Approximately 30 Million Americans suffer from migraine headaches. For some people this is a rare occurrence which may occur once or twice a year. For others, migraines are severe enough that they limit people from going about their daily lives. … Continue reading
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When is a Medical Condition “Severe” for Disability Eligibility
Social Security looks at your severe medical conditions in deciding your disability claim. Deciding what conditions are severe is step two of the five step disability process. Over time Social Security has changed its view on what counts as severe. … Continue reading
Posted in Basics of SSD, Legal Concepts in SSD, Questions & Answers, Severe Impairments (Step 2)
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Physical Disabilities That Could Make One Eligible for Disability Benefits
The US Social Security Administration (SSA) offers disability benefits to provide monthly monetary assistance to individuals suffering from a disability under two key programs, the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs. SSDI is a monthly … Continue reading