Filing for Disability Questions & Advice

Does social security award disability benefits to people with COPD?

I have been dealing with COPD for a long time now and a friend suggested I apply for SSDI. Can I get disability benefits for having COPD...

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How do I prove I am owed retroactive disability benefits in California?

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Is narcolepsy grounds for disability benefits?

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Am I entitled to auxiliary benefits for my spouse?

Am I entitled to auxiliary benefits for my spouse?

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When does a spouse get disability benefits as well?

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What are the terms and conditions for Aetna's LTD claims?

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My father just died in a work related car accident. Is it possible for me to collect SSI survivor benefits?

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I am a veteran and I suffered a disabling injury while on active duty. How much VA disability compensation do I get?

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My social security disability benefits have just been stopped. I've heard of a expedited reinstatement application. What is it?

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What are the requirements a spouse has to meet to be eligible for SSD benefits?

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If I am a veteran do I qualify for SSDI or SSI?

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I am about to have a disability hearing. What can I expect the courtroom to be like?

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My wife was disabled in an accident. I know I can get SSD benefits for her but how do I apply for this disability coverage?

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I have a liver disorder. How can I be entitled to disability checks from the government?

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My back pain has gotten so bad that I cannot go to work. What can I do?

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Can I file for disability benefits on behalf of my son?

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I am applying for SSDI benefits for carpal tunnel. What kind of evidence do I need?

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I am a federal employee. What do I need to do to file for a disability retirement?

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My disability benefits have ended. What is the fast way to get them restored?

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I think I am eligible for disability benefits. When is the best time to apply?

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Is my blood disorder covered by SSDI?

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My bills are piling up fast. Is there anything I can do to get my disability benefits sooner?

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How do I prove that my back injuries are debilitating?

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Does my on-the-job injury fall under workers compensation or SSDI?

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What will happen at my consultative examination with Social Security doctors?

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How many years of work are required to be eligible for disability payments?

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What do I need from my doctor to file for disability benefits?

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I have seizures. How do I know if my condition qualifies as a disability?

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What can I do in order to get my disability benefits as a lump sum instead of over time?

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Does my loss of vision qualify me to file for SSDI?

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How do I know if my diabetes entitles me to disability benefits?

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How can I get long term disability payments from AETNA?

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Are disablity benefits available part-time employees?

I have been working part-time for years and was recently advised by my doctor that I cannot continue working.  Are disability benefits available for ...

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How Much Does Social Security Disability Pay?

I am having serious health problems and have been told to consider filing for disability.  How much does Social Security disability pay?

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I just filed for disability. What's the social security approval process?

I just filed for disability.  What is the social security approval process?

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Can I file for disability benefits due to an inability to complete a "major life activity"?

I have recently injured my back and carrying through my regular life activities has become very troublesome. I am very limited with what I can do no...

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Who gets paid retroactive social security disability benefits?

I have waited two years for a social security hearing.  Will I get paid retroactive social security disability benefits?

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Can I get social security disability to pay me if I can't work?

Can I get Social Security disability to pay me if I can't work?

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My son is severely mentally disabled. Can I qualify him for some type of child mental disorder disability benefits?

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How does a disability medical review work in determining social security disablity benefits?

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I just found out from my doctor that I am now disabled. When, and how do I go about filing for disability benefits?

Question: How soon should I apply for benefits after I find out I am disabled? I just went through a car accident that...

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How do Disability Hearings with an Administrative Law Judge and a Vocational Expert Work?

Question:  I am scheduled for a hearing before an ALJ.  The hearing notice says there will be a Vocational Expert at the...

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I have been diagnosed with a panic disorder. Is this an acceptable disability to receive disability benefits for?

Question: I have recently been diagnosed with a panic disorder. I really can't perform my work duties...

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