Burn injuries resulting from working with hot machinery or electrical equipment can have serious, lasting effects. As you evaluate your recovery options, you may be wondering if burn injuries qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). The answer is yes,...
Social Security Disability Benefits For Injuries
Can you apply for SSDI benefits with a back injury?
You can apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits if you have a back injury. However, your condition must meet the strict rules of the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) Blue Book of medical listings. A successful application requires a deep...
Do headaches from concussions count toward SSD benefits?
Concussions can cause more than just temporary pain. If you deal with ongoing headaches, memory loss, or light sensitivity after a concussion, you may wonder if these symptoms qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. The answer depends on how the...
How does Pennsylvania review disability claims for RSIs?
Repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) can make it hard for you to work, especially as they get worse over time. Conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, and bursitis are common examples. These injuries can cause pain and reduce how well you can move. If they...
Steps to appeal a denied SSD claim for a workplace injury
If you live in Pennsylvania and the Social Security Administration (SSA) has denied your Social Security Disability (SSD) claim for a workplace injury, you still have options available. Following some steps can help you navigate the appeal process and improve your...
Can you get Social Security Disability for broken bones?
Working in some occupations can risk injury, including breaking one or more bones. Sometimes a broken bone does not turn out to be serious, and you recover within days. Unfortunately, some workers suffer serious bone injuries and aftereffects arising from their...
What limitations from a brain injury qualify for SSD?
People who have experienced a traumatic brain injury may wonder if they qualify for Social Security disability benefits. Not all brain injuries keep someone from earning a living. Like any medical problem, Social Security examines the extent to which the person...
How to return to work while receiving disability benefits
If you are currently receiving Social Security Disability Insurance benefits, you may be wondering what happens if you decide you want to return to the workforce. Generally, once you begin making a certain amount of money, your benefits end. However, the Social...
Could an eye injury qualify you for Social Security disability benefits?
Social Security Disability is only available to those who can meet the Social Security Administration's strict definition of disability. This means that you will continue to suffer from the effects of the injury for at least 12 months and it prevents you from earning...
How does the SSA define substantial gainful activity?
When you apply for Social Security disability benefits, the Social Security Administration will assess your situation to determine if you can do substantial gainful activity. Part of qualifying for benefits is the requirement that you are unable to do SGA. But it...
