If you’ve become unable to work due to an injury or medical condition, you may qualify for benefits such as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). SSDI is a federal insurance program that provides monthly benefits to eligible workers who can no longer work. How much a disabled worker receives in monthly Social Security benefits is […] The post How Much Will I Get if I’m Approved for Social Security Disability Benefits? appeared first on Houston Disability Attorneys ..read more

If your claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits was denied, don’t get discouraged. It’s not unusual for an SSDI claim to be rejected by the Social Security Administration (SSA). Fortunately, the law allows you to appeal the SSA’s decision. A lot of times, the problem will be that you simply failed to provide […] The post My SSDI Claim Has Been Denied Twice. What Do I Do Now? appeared first on Houston Disability Attorneys ..read more

It’s estimated there will 281,550 new cases of invasive breast cancer diagnosed in 2021, as well as 49,290 new cases of non-invasive (in situ) breast cancer. Worse, it’s estimated that 43,600 women will die from breast cancer in the U.S. this year. How many of these deaths could have been prevented through early detection and […] The post Qualifying for Breast Cancer Disability Benefits appeared first on Houston Disability Attorneys ..read more

September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. In the U.S., ovarian cancer ranks fifth in cancer deaths among women and causes more deaths than any other gynecological cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. That’s why Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month is dedicated to focusing attention on this serious disease by educating people on ways to prevent […] The post If I Have Ovarian Cancer, Do I Qualify for Social Security Disability? appeared first on Houston Disability Attorneys ..read more

A lot of people have never heard of gastroparesis. Gastroparesis is a condition that affects the muscles responsible for moving food through the stomach. The stomach is unable to empty its contents, resulting in symptoms that include pain, retching (dry heaves), acid reflux, nausea/vomiting, and bloating. Gastroparesis is a poorly understood condition. Its exact cause […] The post Gastroparesis Awareness Month: Gastroparesis and Social Security Disability appeared first on Houston Disability Attorneys ..read more

The symptoms of the soft tissue sarcoma, along with the effects of treatment, often leave an individual so impaired that they are unable to work or perform many of the everyday tasks most people take for granted. If you are unable to work due to the effects of soft tissue sarcoma or other types of […] The post How To Apply For Disability Benefits If You Have Soft Tissue Sarcoma appeared first on Houston Disability Attorneys ..read more

Everyone knows that Father’s Day happens every June; a lot of people don’t realize that June is also Men’s Health Month. Men’s Health Month is a time to raise awareness of the unique health issues men face and encourage males of all ages to pursue a healthy, active lifestyle and get regular medical examinations. Why […] The post Men’s Health Month and Disability Claims appeared first on Houston Disability Attorneys ..read more

Most employee group long-term disability insurance plans are governed under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, or ERISA, a set of federal laws that protect the rights of policyholders. Among other things, ERISA gives policyholders the right to appeal an insurance company’s decision to deny a claim for LTD benefits. The law offices […] The post Does the Court Award Attorney Fees in ERISA LTD Claims? appeared first on Houston Disability Attorneys ..read more

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, so let’s take some time to discuss Parkinson’s disease (PD). With over 200,000 new cases diagnosed each year, it’s important to know what Parkinson’s disease is, how it can be treated, and the disability benefits available to those who are unable to work due to the symptoms of their PD. […] The post Parkinson’s Awareness Month – What are the Disability Benefits Available If You Have Parkinson’s Disease? appeared first on Houston Disability Attorneys ..read more

Brain injuries are some of the most devastating injuries after an accident. They have long term consequences that can severely impair a person’s mental and cognitive abilities, ultimately affecting his ability to work and earn a living. These disabilities can leave a person unable to function at the very worst and unable to perform many […] The post SSDI Benefits and Traumatic Brain Injuries after an Accident appeared first on Houston Disability Attorneys ..read more