Lorraine Netter

J.D. · Albany Law School

Lorraine Netter graduated from Albany Law School and Union Graduate College with a joint JD/MBA in Healthcare. During her graduate studies, she worked in a health law clinic where she represented clients at Social Security Disability benefit denial hearings and advised clients with complex health issues on the different legal tools that can be used to plan for the future.

Before attending graduate school, Ms. Netter worked in the health care industry as a case manager at a brain injury rehabilitation center. She graduated from Providence College with a Bachelor of Science in Health Policy and Management.

Articles By Lorraine Netter

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.
How Social Security Decides if You Can Do Past or Other Work or Are Disabled
Here's how the Social Security Administration decides that you can't work and should receive disability benefits.
Disability Benefits for Spinal Fusion or Back Surgery
If you've had a spinal fusion or back surgery but still have significant limitations, you might qualify for Social Security disability.
Disability for Acoustic Neuroma: Benefits and Filing Information
If symptoms from your acoustic neuroma significantly interfere with your ability to work, you may qualify for SSDI or SSI.
Disability for Myasthenia Gravis: Benefits and Filing Information
If myasthenia gravis has severely affected your muscles, you may be able to get Social Security disability benefits.
Can I Get Disability if Piriformis Syndrome Makes It Impossible for Me to Do My Job?
Piriformis syndrome can cause a lot of pain and difficulty sitting for long periods. If your doctor has limited the amount of time you can sit or stand, you have a chance of getting disability benefits for piriformis syndrome.
Filing for Disability Benefits in Hawaii
Hawaii's Social Security hearing approval rate is much higher than other states, and Hawaii has a temporary disability program.
Filing for Social Security Disability in Iowa
Iowa disability benefits, including Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI), are provided through federal programs for those who are disabled and are unable to work.
Getting Disability Benefits for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Ehlers-Danlos can affect your skin, joints, and blood vessel walls; the syndrome is characterized by extremely flexible joints and very stretchy, fragile skin.
Getting Disability Benefits for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome and Ulnar Nerve Entrapment
If you're limited in the use of your hands, arms, or fingers due to ulnar nerve problems, you may be able to get Social Security disability benefits.