Multiple sclerosis is a relatively rare disease where the body’s immune system attacks the nervous system, eating away at the protective coating of nerves. This results in communication errors between the brain and the rest of the body. Those who suffer from this...
Social Security Disability
An overview of SSDI eligibility and appeals
If a person is unable to work because of a disability, they may be eligible for the Social Security Disability (SSDI) program. This program offers financial assistance to those who qualify. The application process for SSDI can seem complex, but understanding the steps...
Does my disability qualify me for benefits?
Social Security Disability benefits can be exactly what you need when you have a disability that prevents you from working. The time between applying for your benefits and waiting to hear if you are approved can be stressful. It helps to know what factors the Social...
Avoid these common disability claim mistakes
You don’t need us to tell you that it’s hard to live with a disability. Your physical limitations may make your everyday activities difficult, if not impossible, and your inability to work can render it hard to get by on a day-to-day basis, let alone cover the medical...
Is an SSDI denial the end of the road?
If you have applied for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits and received a denial letter, you might feel discouraged and hopeless. However, Southern Californians should know that a denied claim is not the end of the road. It is the beginning. Nearly 70% of...
Medical evidence is a key part of a successful disability claim
When people in San Diego and across Southern California are injured or suffer a condition that prevents them from working, Social Security Disability benefits can be a great help. It is easy to be confused and even overwhelmed when applying. However, knowing what the...
Social Security Disability for mental disabilities
Mental disorders that prevent you from working may qualify you for Social Security Disability benefits. SSD benefits are a form of financial assistance that can help you cover your living expenses and medical bills. However, applying for SSD benefits can be a complex...
6 ways to stay afloat while waiting for disability benefits
If you suffer from a disabling condition and you’re unable to work as a result, then you know the financial struggles that can result. Although Social Security disability benefits can provide you with the relief and stability that you need to pay for your housing,...
The stages of appeal when an SSD claim is denied
Living with a disabling condition likely presents you with challenges. But you should not feel alone, as numerous individuals file for Social Security Disability each year. If your claim is denied, you also should not feel alone, as nearly 70% of all initial claims...
Can I receive SSD for depression?
Millions of Americans suffer from depression, which causes anxiety, fatigue and several other symptoms that make it difficult for them to go to work. For some, the depression is so debilitating that they are unable to keep a job altogether. Social Security Disability...