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Social Security Disability and the Future

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Just my personal observations, but the next few years will most likely continue to be very difficult for those who are seeking Social Security Disability benefits.

The political climate is such that Social Security Disability will remain a hot topic and Congress will want to tamp down the number of people who receive benefits.

Administrative Law Judges will be very sensitive to this pressure because the outliers will be hammered down.

Even judicial independence goes only so far when your bosses are screaming that the number of people approved should decrease.

Rules changes to make it more difficult for people to win are not off the table.

The percentages of people who win disability cases has dropped drastically over the last couple of years.

What this means for people who are trying to get Social Security Disability benefits is that you need to do your best to present a strong case.

This includes going to the doctor and having the doctor document your major problems and limitations, making sure that you complete all Social Security documents correctly, and knowing what questions will be asked at the hearing and why.

Make sure that you have an experienced Social Security Disability lawyer who can help you throughout the complicated disability process.

It does not cost you anything unless you win and fees are limited by Federal law.

Feel free to contact Illinois Social Security Disability Lawyer Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

A Social Security Disability Primer | Brad Reid

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The Social Security Act provides financial benefits to qualified individuals who have suffered a physical or mental disability. “Disability” is defined as the “inability to engage in an

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Some background information explaining Social Security Disability. If you need a specific explanation about your situation please call for a free consultation. Illinois Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

Chiari Malformations and Social Security Disability

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Chiari malformations involve structural defects of the cerebellum. This part of the brain controls balance.

When part of the cerebellum is located below the foramen magnum it is called a Chiari malformation.

This may cause symptoms such as neck pain, balance problems, muscle weakness, numbness, abnormal feelings in the arms or legs, dizziness, vision problems, hearing loss, nausea, vomiting, depression, or headaches. Hand coordination and fine motor skills may also be affected.

CT scans and MRIs are often used to diagnose Chiari malformations.

Treatment for people who are symptomatic usually involves surgery. The purpose is to relieve the pressure on the cerebellum or the spinal column.

When the symptoms become severe they may interfere with work and activities of daily living.

This may require you to file for Social Security Disability.

To win your case you will have to prove the severity of your symptoms.

This will include having doctors’ records documenting the diagnosis, treatment and symptoms.

You will need to have your medical providers explain and record your problems and their frequency.

You should also have family members and friends keep a log of your problems and limitations and what they do to help you out.

Getting Social Security Disability benefits is never easy so your doctors and family must be made aware of your symptoms and the problems that result from your condition.

Need help? Feel free to contact Illinois Social Security Disability Lawyer Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

No time limit on Social Security disability benefits

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Your Social Security disability benefits will continue as long as your medical condition has not improved and you remain unable to work.

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This explains the your disability benefits continue until Social Security determines otherwise. There seems to be more cases of Social Security ruling that people’s disability have ceased. You must appeal these denials or your benefits will stop.

Neuropathy and Social Security Disability

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Neuropathy is a condition that causes nerve damage.

In Social Security Disability cases what matters is its affect on the hands and feet.

Typically it will cause burning, tingling and numbness in the extremities.

Most cases of neuropathy are found in people with diabetes.

Some new studies suggest that obstructive sleep apnea may worsen diabetic neuropathy.

Diagnostic tools for finding neuropathy include an EMG/NCV test. Physical exams may also indicate that you have neuropathy.

The limitations that result from neuropathy are what matter in Social Security Disability cases.

The major areas of functioning that Social Security examines are lifting, standing, walking, sitting, reaching, handling and fingering.

If your neuropathy is severe it will most likely limit you to standing less than 1 hour, walking to several blocks and it may keep your lifting down because of problems caused with your legs.

Numbness and tingling in the hands will limit your ability to handle, grip and finger items. Almost all jobs require frequent use of the hands.

If you unable to stand and walk much and have problems using your hands, then you should be found disabled.

Questions about whether you can win your disability case? Feel free to contact Illinois Social Security Disability Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.