Episode 14:  Louisville social security disability attorney Trevor Smith explains how peripheral neuropathy qualifies for SSDI benefits.  This condition is often associated with diabetes.  It can be extremely debilitating. Peripheral neuropathy is related to nerve damage.  The symptoms can result in a constant numbness and/or tingling.  It generally affects the feet or hands.  Unfortunately, there is no cure for this condition.  Medicine can be used to treat the symptoms, but for many people they don’t go away. Testing for Neuropathy Your disability case ca ..read more

Episode 13:  Louisville social security disability attorney Trevor Smith discusses several of the ways he and his firm are helping veterans to get additional support, beyond VA benefits.  You may be able to file for SSDI for PTSD.  If you’re a vet or know someone who is, this information may be able to help them.  Please consider sharing it. Trevor has helped many veterans over the past 10 years.  Some veterans may have experienced mental trauma, which eventually lead to their being homeless.  Maybe they haven’t worked in a while.  There may be an opportunit ..read more

Episode 12:  Louisville social security disability attorney Trevor Smith discusses the question, “Does Cancer Qualify for Social Security Benefits?”  This is one of the toughest situations, especially if it’s progressed to stage 3 or stage 4 cancer. It’s important to understand that simply being diagnosed with cancer, doesn’t mean you’re able to receive Social Security benefits.  Luckily, many types of cancers are now treatable. Two Important Questions about Your Cancer Does cancer qualify for social security?  It can depend on two key questions, which are general to most ..read more

Episode 11:  Louisville social security disability attorney Trevor Smith discusses the question, “Can I Get Social Security Benefits for Epilepsy or other Seizure Disorders?” This is a fairly common situation.  Your condition may qualify for SSI and/or SSDI benefits.  There are some seizure disorders in which the brain has a malfunction, but others may be cause by conditions such as anxiety. 4 Important Factors for Seizure Disorder Applicants One of the best pieces of advice is to make sure you or your loved one is under the care of a neurologist.  The Social Security Adm ..read more

Episode 10:  Trevor Smith discusses an interesting topic in today’s podcast episode.  If someone dies while applying for or receiving SSDI benefits, do the surviving spouse or children get to continue receiving those checks? As we’ve discussed in previous episodes, the Social Security Administration has programs for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). During the process of applying for SSI, if the person dies the case “dies” and benefits can no longer be pursued.  It entire process ceases. If you are applying for SSDI benefits, an ..read more

Episode 9:  Louisville Social Security Disability Attorney Trevor Smith addresses an important question from parents.  “On his/her 18th birthday, can my child lose SSI Benefits?”  There are a variety of reasons a minor-age child may receive Supplemental Security Income benefits (SSI).  A common reason is ADHD and other learning disabilities.  However, once the child turns 18, he/she legally becomes an adult and the standard to qualify for SSI benefits change. The new standard is whether your young adult can work a 40-hour week.  This is a significant departure fr ..read more

Episode 8:  In today’s episode, Trevor Smith, social security disability attorney at Smith and Wax Law in Louisville, discusses “What happens when your SSDI claim gets denied?” First off it is very important to understand that having your social security claim denied is completely normal. Sometimes it feels as though they want you to give up and stop trying. Getting denied is really just part of the process. Usually people come to Smith and Wax to start the claim or to take action to appeal the denial. At the beginning, you’ll make your application and it could take them about 120 days t ..read more

EPISODE 7:  In today’s episode, Trevor Smith, Louisville SSI attorney, discusses a heart-felt topic on how people of the homeless community can get help with SSI or SSDI. This can help individuals to become stabilized, in their time of need. This population is one of the most vulnerable in the community, so giving them a helping hand brings joy to the Smith and Wax Law Firm. There’s nothing better for Trevor than to win a case for someone who is homeless. This gives them a monthly check, as well as Medicaid. He’s hopeful that this will lead them to a better life with a place to live. Sup ..read more

Episode 6: In today’s episode, Trevor Smith, Louisville SSI attorney, discusses a question he often gets from parents, “Does my child qualify for SSI benefits?”  He’ll explain the evaluation criteria, issues parents need to consider and how he can assist parents in filing for SSI benefits. There are 6 domains used by the social security administration to evaluate a child for Supplemental Security Income payments: Acquiring and using information Attending and completing tasks Interacting and relating with others Moving about and manipulating objects Caring for yourself Health and physica ..read more

Episode 5:  Louisville Social Security benefits attorney Trevor Smith answers a question he’s been asked multiple times.  It’s “Can I file for social security disability during the COVID-19 pandemic?”  The simple answer is yes, but there have been a few changes to the process.  Let’s discuss them in today’s episode. The Smith and Wax law firm is still working during the coronavirus shutdown.  People interested in applying for benefits can speak with Trevor to get their questions answered.  The Social Security Administration is still up and running.  While so ..read more