By continuously studying major cases, the lawyers at Keefe Disability Law put their legal expertise to work by providing blog readers with information and keen legal opinions about social security disability claims in Boston, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island. Check out their blog's that cover a wide range of topics, including: common disabilities, applying for assistance, social security diability and what to do if you are denied.
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Learn the Common Causes of Aplastic AnemiaAplastic anemia is a serious and disabling blood condition. Sufferers may be entitled to Social Security disability benefits for their condition.
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Qualifying for Disability Benefits Due to BronchiectasisWhen you suffer from bronchiectasis, you may be unable to work. Qualifying for disability benefits can help alleviate financial strain.
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7 Books to Help Children Understand Mental IllnessChildren shouldn’t have to deal with mental illness, but many do. These books can help them understand their own mental illness or that of a parent.
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Are there foods I should avoid if I suffer from painful fibromyalgia?Eliminating certain foods from your diet may help ease symptoms of fibromyalgia such as fatigue and pain. Read more about how you may be able to help yourself.
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Pediatric Cancer Survivors At an Increased Risk of Long-Term DisabilityA new study has shown that childhood cancer survivors end up needing SSDI or SSI at a higher than average rate.
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It's June: National Myasthenia Gravis Awareness MonthFor National Myasthenia Gravis Awareness Month this June, we want to expose the most common myths about MG.
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ODAR Appeal Decision Rates: Do You Like Your Odds for Review?Waiting for an appeal decision can be frustrating. Click here to learn more about average national decision rates and what they mean for your appeal odds.
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Providence Disability Appeals vs. National Appeal Averages: Is Your State Hurting Your Approval Chances?Appealing your disability decision in Rhode Island? Come see how having your claim reviewed in Providence compares to claims handled across the nation.
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What Assets Are Not Counted by the SSA When Determining Your IncomeWorried your countable income is too high for disability? Click here to learn what personal assets the SSA excludes when calculating your benefits.
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Learn About the Process for Appealing Your Disability Denial in the Boston AreaAfter a disability denial you need to know where to turn and how long to wait for an appeal. Click here to learn your nearest options for a reconsideration.
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Denied SSDI Because You Failed to Follow Doctors’ Orders? Find Out Which Excuses the SSA May AcceptRefusing medical disability treatment could lead the SSA to deny your claim. Read on to learn which excuses may be accepted and how to re-file your application.
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Dermatitis Symptoms That Could Qualify for Disability AidIf your child’s dermatitis is severe enough to require frequent, expensive treatment and missed work and school, you could qualify for disability benefits.
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Checks and Balances: Scheduling Factors for Disability PaymentsEver wonder how the SSA determined your disability payment date? Click here to learn the factors that affect your payment schedule.
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Typical Skin Lesion Locations That Could Qualify for Disability BenefitsThe SSA determines skin lesion severity based upon how their location interrupts normal body function Read on to learn if you could qualify for aid.
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Disability Fund Reaches Zero in 2016. Will Beneficiary Payments be Stopped or Reduced? Second Blog Post about the Disability Fund.The Disability Fund has a surplus that is used if the annual payroll tax receipts for disability are less than the payments to disabled beneficiaries that year.
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Will Your Child’s Skin Condition Qualify for Disability Benefits?Before filing your child’s disability claim, make sure the claim is complete by learning how the SSA determines the severity of skin disorders for approval.
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New Report shows how "Reform" of Workers Comp laws unfairly shifts burden of getting hurt back onto the injured worker, by decreasing wage replacement and decreasing medical coverage."Reforms" to workers' compensation shift the risks of workplace injuries to the worker, and the taxpayers. Workers' comp reforms are analyzed in a new report.
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Social Security Trust Fund Insolvency in 2016: What Does That Mean for Benefit Payments to Those Who Can No Longer Work?Social Security disability fund will reach insolvency in 2016. What does that mean? Will disability benefits be reduced or stopped? Find out more here.
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Financial Factors That Could Qualify Your Child for Disability BenefitsDo you know how the SSA determines disability eligibility for children? Read on to learn what factors are considered for disability payouts.
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Common Immune Disorder Symptoms That May Qualify You forAre you one of the 24 million people who are suffering from an immune system deficiency? Read on to see if you qualify for disability based on your symptoms.