You can apply for Social Security disability benefits or supplemental security income benefits in a number of ways. The best and most reliable method is to go to your local Social Security office and apply in person. I am listing a few Louisiana Social Security Offices here for your reference: 1616 Joe Yenni Blvd, Kenner, …
Can a Partially Favorable ALJ decision be appealed? Can you lose your benefits?
Many Social Security Disability applicants in the New Orleans area and beyond are confused when they receive a partially favorable decision. Two common questions I hear as a Louisiana Social Security Disability lawyer are, “Can I appeal a Partially Favorable decision by an ALJ?” and “If I appeal the decision, can I lose my awarded …
Can I apply for disability benefits if my spouse is working?
Can I Apply for Disability Benefits if My Spouse Is Working? Yes, you can apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits even if your spouse is working. SSDI eligibility is based on your own work history and medical condition, not your spouse’s income. However, for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), your spouse’s income is considered …
What is a Long-Term Disability Buyout? Should I Accept A Disability Lump Sum Payment?
A long-term disability insurance buyout is when the insurance company offers you a lump sum of money now in exchange for never having to pay you again on the policy. If accepted, you will get one lump-sum payment in place of ongoing monthly benefit payments. If you are offered a long-term disability buyout, there are …
PTSD and Social Security Disability – What Do I Need To Show To Get Disability for PTSD?
Michael is a client of mine. He admirably served our great country in some very brutal and hostile territory. The horrors he described experiencing have clearly left a mark on him. While a decorated soldier and a certified tough guy, Michael struggles to deal with the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder his service left him with. He …
What is an elimination period for disability?
An elimination period, also known as a waiting period or deductible period, is a crucial concept in disability insurance. As a Louisiana disability lawyer can explain, it refers to: The time between the onset of a disability and when you can start receiving benefit payments The duration you must be disabled under a policy before …
Can I get Social Security Disability for Spinal Stenosis?
What Is Spinal Stenosis? Spinal stenosis is a condition that causes an abnormal narrowing of the spinal canal and compression of the spinal cord and nerves. Spinal stenosis is most often the result of degenerative arthritis or a result of the aging process, but sometimes a bulging or ruptured disc may be the cause. Spinal …
How long do I have to wait for a SSDI hearing after I appeal my denial?
As a Louisiana Social Security disability lawyer, a question I am often asked is “How long will I have to wait for my Social Security Disability hearing?” The wait time can vary greatly from one Office of Disability Adjudication and Review (ODAR) to another. The national average for February 2014 was 11.7 months between the …
Can I Get Social Security Disability After A Stroke?
According to a recent Associated Press article on strokes, up to 25% of strokes nationally occur in people younger than 65 years old. However, in Louisiana and other southeastern states, the figure is much worse. For example, in North Carolina, the article reports one facility measured 45% of strokes in young and middle-aged individuals. While …
Can You Get Disability Benefits for Coronary Artery Disease?
What Is Heart Disease? Heart Disease generally refers to coronary artery disease (CAD) also known as ischemic heart disease (IHD). Heart disease occurs when a substance called plaque builds up in the arteries that supply blood to the heart (called coronary arteries). Plaque is made up of cholesterol deposits, which can accumulate in your arteries. …
Can I Get Social Security Disability for Degenerative Disc Disease?
WHAT IS DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE? Degenerative disc disease (DDD) refers to dehydration and shrinkage of the spinal discs that cushion the vertebral bodies of the spine. Spinal discs are soft, spongy discs that separate the thirty-three vertebrae that make up your spine. Spinal discs act as shock absorbers for your spine and allow your spine …
Can I Get Disability For Osteoarthritis/Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)?
Yes, you can receive Social Security Disability benefits for osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease (DJD), if it significantly impairs your ability to work. To qualify, you must provide medical evidence, such as imaging reports confirming the diagnosis, and demonstrate that your condition severely limits your functional capacity, preventing you from performing substantial gainful …
