Indiana Disability Legal Blog
Veterans can receive both SSDI and VA disability benefits
Veterans often put their lives on the line to protect the United States. Unfortunately, the sacrifices they make for everyday Americans can pose challenges for them once they return home. More than half of the military members that came back from Iraq faced severe...
Common reasons for going on disability
Cases of people on disability have increased in the past few decades. Even as medical technology advances and more legal protections become available, 14 million Americans still receive a monthly disability check from Social Security. That’s because most people can’t...
Medical professionals give great aid in disability claims
You’re hurt on the job and need help making ends meet, but arguing your case can be a long and complicated process. Fortunately, there are ways to support your claims when it’s your time to present your request. Social Security Disability Insurance and Social Security...
What is hemophilia?
Cuts, scrapes or similar types of injuries usually stop bleeding on their own. This is because, under normal circumstances, the blood contains proteins that cause the platelets to stick together and form clots. This prevents excess bleeding. However, if you are a...
How an attorney can help secure disability benefits
If a family member becomes disabled, the medical bills will continue to grow until it becomes too overwhelming. 62% of personal bankruptcy claims are caused by a medical issue and the average length of a long-term disability claim is nearly 35 months. Also, one in...
Can epilepsy affect your ability to work?
If you suffer from epilepsy, you know first-hand how the disorder can affect all areas of your life, including your ability to drive, work and maintain your safety. Whether you were born with the disorder or you acquired it at some point throughout your life, living...
What happens during an ALJ hearing?
Even though you may be eligible to receive disability benefits in Indiana, you may find that the Social Security Administration denies your initial claim or reviews your case over time and determines that you are receiving more than you deserve. However, you do not...
What is dystonia?
If you have noticed symptoms of uncontrollable muscle spasm in one or more areas of your body, you may be suffering from a neurological condition called dystonia. The abnormal muscle contractions that dystonia causes that force you into unusual and uncomfortable...
The challenge of PTSD
Many people in Indiana might have heard references in news stories or other conversations about a condition commonly referred to as PTSD. The official name of this syndrome is Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. The PTSD Alliance indicates that signs of this condition were...
Can you qualify for workers’ comp and Social Security disability?
If you’ve experienced a serious injury on the job and have been receiving worker’s compensation benefits for a while, you may be wondering if you qualify for Social Security disability payments too. The two programs are separate and have separate...
