Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) can cause enormous discomfort as well as dangerously low blood pressure in the foot. Because these symptoms occur after walking, it may qualify you for SSDI benefits. The plaque building up in the body makes it difficult for blood to flow to the extremities but has also been known to cause … Read More If You Have Peripheral Artery Disease, Do You Qualify for SSDI Benefits?
When someone collects unemployment benefits, they have been laid from a job that pays them a portion of their regular earnings until they are called back to their job. Individuals collecting unemployment must assert they are capable of working at most jobs and capable of accepting an employment offer equal to or exceeding the wage … Read More Can I apply for Social Security disability while collecting unemployment benefits?
The Social Security Administration has several basic requirements put in place that applicants must reach before they can be considered for disability benefits. One of the most important facts that an applicant must prove is the fact that their medical conditions(s) are severe enough to prevent them from completing more than an insignificant amount of … Read More What Is Substantial Gainful Activity (Work) to Social Security?
The American with Disabilities Act (established 1990) protects workers from being fired due to discrimination against their disability. ADA laws also outlaw discrimination against those with physical or mental disabilities in local and state government positions, transportation, telecommunications and public accommodations. Disabled individuals fired from a job may file a lawsuit arguing wrongful termination, or … Read More How Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Can Protect Your Job?
The Social Security Administration does regard age as a factor in deciding whether to approve or disapprove a disability claim. The SSA Bluebook contains a list of medical conditions that automatically qualifies applicants seeking Social Security disability benefits. However, applicants will need to meet specific criteria assigned to their medical problem, such as length of … Read More Is Age a Factor in Social Security Disability Claims?