Diana Chaikin

Attorney · Seattle University School of Law

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What If I Don't Have Enough Work Credits for Social Security Disability Benefits?
If you haven't worked enough to qualify for SSDI, you may be able to get SSI benefits.
ADA Direct Threat Rule: When Employers Can Restrict or Fire Disabled Employees
Employers are restricted in firing or not hiring someone with a disability because they are worried about safety risks.
Getting Social Security Disability for Peripheral or Diabetic Neuropathy
Social Security recognizes peripheral neuropathy and diabetic neuropathy as disabling when they severely affect your movement.
Getting Disability Benefits (SSDI and SSI) for Autism
A disability applicant with a diagnosis of autism and limitations in communication or social functioning may be eligible for disability benefits.
Reasons Why LTD Permanent Disability Can Be Canceled
If you're receiving long-term disability (LTD) benefits, keep in mind that your insurance company can terminate your monthly payments for any number of reasons.
Can You Receive Both Veterans Disability and Social Security Disability Income?
This article is an overview of the highlights of the major topics for Veterans who have both Veterans Disability claims as well as Social Security Disability claims.
Proving You Can't Do Your Past Work at a Disability Hearing
You'll have to show that you don't currently have the functional capacity to perform your past work.
Can You Get Disability for Low or Poor Ejection Fraction?
If you have a very poor ejection fraction (less than 30%), you might qualify for Social Security disability benefits.
Getting Disability for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
You can receive disability benefits for PTSD if you can show Social Security that your symptoms heavily interfere with your life.
Getting Disability Benefits for Sleep Apnea
If your sleep apnea or related complications are severe enough to keep you from working, you could qualify for SSDI or SSI.