Common Disabilities As A Result Of TBI
TBI, or Traumatic Brain Injury, is also called “craniocerebral trauma.” It’s the result of a sharp blow, bump, or other sudden trauma to the head that disturbs the brain’s normal functioning. It can also occur when an object penetrates into the brain, such as a skull fragment or high-velocity object. A Traumatic Brain Injury can range […]
Social Security Disability Compassionate Allowances In Houston
Becoming ill with a serious illness can quickly become life-changing, especially if you are no longer able to work, or medically advised not to. Many types of illnesses that develop over time can suddenly show symptoms long before you realize something is wrong. At that point, it becomes obvious that you need to begin your […]
Disability Cost Of Living Increases?
Receiving a disability benefit is intended to replace the income that you would otherwise receive from working. Much like a salary or an hourly wage, most people experience an increase as the cost of living rises. Some benefits do receive cost-of-living increases due to inflation. Without it, there would be no protection from the effects […]
Mental Disorders and Social Security Disability in Houston, TX
Mental illness and disorders can mean a range of symptoms as well as one or more types of conditions. Mental disorders don’t have visible symptoms like an injury and aren’t easily diagnosed like cancer or heart conditions. Therefore, it’s much more difficult to diagnose and prove. Social Security does recognize mental disorders as a […]
Important Facts about the Toxic Exposure and American Military Act of 2020 (TEAM Act)
Military veterans have long had to deal with illnesses and injuries as a result of their military service. From soreness and rashes to the most serious illnesses, veterans have long had difficulty in getting help and benefits from the VA to help them. Most recently, veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan have had difficulty after toxic […]
What Are Some “Bad Faith Insurance Claims Practices” That Might Occur In Houston?
You got long-term health insurance for a reason. Whether you bought the policy on your own, or you acquired it through your employer, the idea was to have some financial protection in place should you become unable to work. Despite paying premiums, providing documentation, and answering all their questions, you still don’t have what you […]
What Happens At A Disability Hearing In Houston?
Your first encounter with a disability hearing may be intimidating. It can be awkward discussing your life with complete strangers who are deciding whether or not you are qualified to receive a disability. If this is your first time dealing with Social Security in person, understand that it’s not the same as appearing in court. […]
What Happens When An Employee Goes On LTD?
Long-term disability is a form of insurance that offers an employee a portion of his or her income, usually 50% to 75%, during a recovery period from an illness or accident that isn’t work-related. (Worker’s Compensation covers work-related accidents.) Statistics from The Council For Disability Awareness indicate that: About 1 in 4 individuals currently 30 […]
What Are The Differences Between SSI And SSDI?
The term “Social Security” can mean a large number of US government-based benefit programs that an individual can apply for when he or she needs it. But even though they are administered by the Social Security Administration, SSI and SSDI are two separate programs and offer two different types of benefits. What type you should […]
