Diana Chaikin

Attorney · Seattle University School of Law

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SSDI and SSI Benefits for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
If someone with BPD has so much trouble controlling behavior that keeping a job has become impossible, disability benefits may be available.
Disability Benefits for Vietnam Veterans Exposed to Agent Orange
Vietnam veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange likely qualify for disability benefits.
Social Security Disability for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
If your carpal tunnel syndrome severely limits your ability to use your hands at work, you may qualify for disability.
How Functional Limitations Affect Your Disability Claim
Your functional limitations are the most important evidence for Social Security disability.
Filing for Veterans Disability Benefits
Veterans who with service-connected disabilities may be eligible to receive benefits from the VA.
Will I Lose My SSI Benefits If I'm Working Over the SGA Limit?
The SGA limit does not apply to those already receiving SSI disability, but the SSI income limit does.
Can I Collect Unemployment Benefits While on Long-Term Disability?
Can I get a new job while I'm collecting long-term disability benefits? If I can't find a job, can I collect unemployment?
Can I Start School Full-Time While on Disability?
There is no rule restricting a person who is receiving SSDI or SSI benefits from taking classes, full or part-time, but Social Security may see this as evidence that the recipient can work.
Get Veterans Service-Connected Disability for an Aggravated Pre-Existing Condition
You might be eligible for service-connected disability compensation if your condition was aggravated by your military service.
Can You Get Social Security Disability If You Never Worked?
Learn about the work and income requirements for the two types of disability benefits that the Social Security Administration manages.