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Understanding Residual Functional Capacity for Disability Claims

Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law

Are you applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits in Bentonville? If so, you must be prepared to present comprehensive medical documentation that establishes the existence, seriousness, and impairing nature of your injury or illness. A residual functional capacity (RFC) assessment is one of the main ways that the SSA evaluates your limitations. In …

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Can You Get SSDI Benefits for Asthma in Fayetteville, Arkansas?

Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law

Asthma is one of the most common health impairments reported in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) describes asthma as a “disease that affects your lungs. It causes repeated episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and nighttime or early morning coughing.” Asthma can be mild, moderate, severe, or completely debilitating. …

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What Counts as Income in a Disability Claim?

Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law

As explained by the Social Security Administration (SSA), the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program exists to provide financial support to individuals “with limited income and resources.” SSI differs from SSDI in that there is a strict means test. SSI disability benefits are only available to people who have genuine financial needs. For this reason, it …

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COVID-19 Impact on Social Security Claims

Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Social Security Disability

Over the last two years, the COVID-19 virus has caused public health and economic disruptions all around the world. According to data provided by the Arkansas Department of Public Health, there have been more than 800,000 cases of COVID-19 confirmed in the state as of February of 2022. Even as the country continues to remove …

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2022 Social Security and SSI Disability Benefit Amounts

Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law, Social Security Disability

Social Security disability benefit amounts are based on the type of disability payments you are eligible to receive, and the maximum amounts change regularly to account for inflation and other factors. The two types of disability payments that a person may be eligible to receive include Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income …

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Qualifying Medical Conditions for Social Security Disability

Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Social Security Disability

Through a Social Security disability claim, a person with a medical disability can seek benefits to support themselves and their family. This raises an important question: What types of medical conditions qualify for Social Security disability benefits? The short answer is that a wide range of medical impairments can qualify for SSDI or SSI—an applicant …

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Winning Your Social Security Disability Hearing in Arkansas

Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Social Security Disability

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are two main federal disability programs in the United States. You may be entitled to benefits through SSDI or SSI. Unfortunately, many people struggle to get the disability compensation that they deserve. In fact, more than two-thirds of initial Social Security disability claims are denied.   …

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Is Being Suicidal a Disability?

Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Social Security Disability

Tragically, suicide remains a serious public health concern. According to data provided by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), there are more than 1.3 million suicide attempts nationwide each year. Professional help is available for those who need it, including from organizations such as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and the Arkansas Crisis Center.  …

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Will the Social Security Administration Spy On Me?

Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law

Through a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim, a disabled individual can apply for financial compensation to support themselves and their family. The Social Security Administration (SSA) reviews claims very carefully—closely checking to confirm that the applicant actually qualifies for SSDI or SSI benefits.  This raises an important question: Does the SSA conduct surveillance on …

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Monthly Social Security Disability Payments: What to Expect

Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal disability insurance program funded through payroll tax contributions. If you or your loved one is no longer able to work on a full-time basis due to an injury, illness, or medical condition, you may be entitled to monthly financial support through an SSDI claim.  This raises an …

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