More Articles by Diana Chaikin
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What Is a Social Security Attorney Advisor Opinion?
If your case qualifies, you can request that an attorney advisor look at your records and make a decision on your benefits before your hearing takes place.
What Happens at a Social Security Disability Hearing?
Disability hearings are short, informal proceedings where you can explain to a judge why you can’t work.
Should I Agree to a Video Hearing for My Disability Hearing?
Each method of hearing has its benefits, but in-person hearings offer unique advantages.
How to Win an SSDI or SSI Disability Claim
The name of your condition won't win disability for you; here are the factors that matter.
Applying for Disability After an Amputation
You might think that an amputation would guarantee you disability benefits, but it's not so. Only certain types of amputations qualify for disability benefits.
SSDI and SSI Benefits for Drug Addiction
You'll need to show that you have a disabling condition in addition to drug addiction before Social Security will award you benefits.
Can I Get Social Security Disability Benefits for Corticobasal Degeneration?
Corticobasal degeneration that severely affects your movement or mental capacities should qualify you for disability benefits.
What Are Transferable Skills for Social Security Disability Purposes?
Skills that you learn from a job that can be used across many fields of work are considered transferable skills.
Can You Get Disability Benefits for Pancreatitis?
The pain and weight loss associated with chronic pancreatitis can make it difficult to work full time.
Can You Get Social Security Disability Benefits for Anemia?
If your anemia or related conditions are severe enough to keep you from working, you may be able to get disability benefits.