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It is difficult to know how many people in America are vision impaired, because the definition does vary. Different terminology is used to define a variety of vision-related medical conditions. It’s estimated that around 6.6 million people within the United States are...
If you are a Houston resident who is struggling to make ends meet, you may have considered applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. But you may have held back out of uncertainty about whether or not you would qualify for the federal benefit program....
Because many people applying for Social Security disability benefits are experiencing this system for the first time, it can be easy for them to make decisions based on hearsay. Believing these myths can make the application process more stressful or difficult. What...
If your request for reconsideration of a denied claim for Social Security Disability benefits is also denied, you may request a hearing before an administrative law judge (ALJ). The good news is that more than 60% of cases heard by ALJs result in approved claims. The...
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There are so many pervasive myths about Social Security benefits. If you believe some of those myths, you may think that you don't have the option of applying for benefits when you might actually qualify for them. You could also make another mistake, like not...
Fibromyalgia is a medical disorder that has many impacts. When the symptoms of the disorder cause you problems that prevent you from being able to work, you might need to file for disability benefits. This isn't an easy process, but for fibro sufferers, it is...
Brain injuries can leave people with "invisible" ailments that they have to deal with for the rest of their lives. These are the types of things that family members may see, but which don't show up as easily to the outside world.For instance, common issues after a...
If you are unable to work because of your disability, you will need to take action in order to claim disability benefits in Texas. Doing so will help you to support yourself and your family financially. However, many people have reservations when filing for...
Language can be ambiguous sometimes. Two people may hear the same word and have different interpretations of its true meaning. That can lead to a lot of confusion, especially when the interpretation of a few words can impact whether you receive certain benefits or...