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Getting Disability for Dementia

Social Security disability applicants with certain kinds of dementia (or mixed dementia) can have their disability decision fast-tracked.

Are Social Security Disability Benefits Available for GERD and Acid Reflux?

GERD and acid reflux don't typically become disabling until they cause severe complications.

Social Security Disability (SSDI & SSI) for Lyme Disease

Advanced stages of Lyme disease may cause complications that can qualify you for SSDI or SSI.

How to Get Disability Benefits for Spinal Arachnoiditis

If your arachnoiditis affects your ability to stand, walk, or sit for two hours without changing your position, you may be able to get disability benefits.

Getting Social Security Disability for Valvular Heart Disease (VHD)

When valvular heart disease causes aortic aneurysm or severely limits your activities, you may qualify for disability benefits.

Should You Bring a Witness to Your Disability Appeal Hearing?

You aren't required to bring witnesses to your disability hearing, but sometimes they can be helpful to your case.

Getting Disability as a Nurse Who Can No Longer Work

If you're a nurse or nursing assistant who had to stop working due to illness or injury, you could be eligible for Social Security disability benefits.

Getting Disability as a Cashier Who Can No Longer Work

Classifying the physical and mental duties of your cashier position is a key step towards getting benefits.

Getting Disability as a Fast-Food Worker Who Can No Longer Work

Make sure Social Security knows exactly what your job duties were and why you can't do them anymore.

What Happens After Your Disability Hearing?

Here's how to tell if your disability hearing went well—and what happens next.

Diana Chaikin

Attorney · Seattle University School of Law

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