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Category: Specific Examples of Disability

5 Major Types of SS Benefits

May 26, 2015 Blog

The Social Security Administration classifies 5 major types of benefits you can receive based on your level of disability. Factors that contribute to which type of benefit you’ll be eligible for depend on your current income level, your marital status and exactly when your disability started. You should work closely […]

Impairment Listing and SS Claim

May 26, 2015 Blog

The Listing of Impairments When filing for Social Security disability benefits, you should understand the two ways a claimant can be found disabled. One way is if their medical disability is recognized in a book called the Listing of Impairments. If your impairment “meets or equals” something in the Listing […]

Myths about Social Security Disability

May 4, 2015 Blog

Disability attorneys hear common myths from clients about Social Security benefits or how to prove eligibility. If you believe you suffer from a medical condition that disables you from work, it’s important to understand the facts about filing a claim. Myth #1 – You Have to Be Off Work for […]

Back Pain and SS Disability

May 1, 2015 Blog

Evaluation of Back Pain Cases  In a large number of cases that Tampa SSD attorneys handle, the most common symptom is often back pain. Due to the high number of cases involving this factor, showing that you are disabled because of this pain can be a challenge. Evidence Considered by […]

Consultative Exam and SS Disability

May 1, 2015 Blog

Your Florida Social Security lawyer can explain that, in some cases, a consultative examination may become necessary. The following information can help provide answers to basic questions regarding these examinations. How Much Does the Exam Cost? Your Florida Social Security lawyer will explain that you do not have to pay […]