Disability claimants are awarded if their medical conditions meet, or are the medical or functional equivalent, of published medical criteria known as “listings.” It requires an opinion statement from a doctor to establish medical equivalence. Unfortunately, there is no listing for migraine headaches. Our firm recently successfully argued that a claimant with migraine headaches was …
The Social Security disability system has a very strict definition of disability. Social Security demands that applicants prove, with objective medical evidence, that their medical conditions prevent the performance of any gainful work on a fulltime basis. For example, a truck driver who is found medically unable to drive his rig may not be disabled …
Whether you’re applying for Social Security Disability benefits or appealing a denial, the legal system can be overwhelming and complicated. Here are a few resources we found helpful. Share – 269-0700 Golden Strip Community Center – 967-2022 Disability Action Center – 235-1421 United Ministries – 232-6463 United Way – 467-3333 & 467-3300 Salvation Army – …
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