Can I Get Social Security Disability Benefits for Asthma?
If you or a loved one suffer from asthma that limits your ability to work, you may be able to obtain Social Security Disability benefits. Below, we review the medical eligibility criteria for asthma, including the types of asthma that often qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. We explain how you might qualify, even if […]
Posted on behalf of Ana Burkham in Social Security
Read MoreCan I Obtain Social Security Disability Benefits for Burn Injuries?
People suffering from severe burns may be able to obtain Social Security Disability benefits. However, you must first provide comprehensive evidence showing you meet the medical criteria. Another way to qualify may be through a residual functional capacity evaluation. The Social Security Administration rejects a lot of applications, so you should consider discussing your burn […]
Posted on behalf of Ana Burkham in Social Security
Read MoreIs It Normal to Feel Excessively Tired or Fatigued After a Wisconsin Auto Accident?
A car crash can be a scary and overwhelming experience, which is why many victims are not surprised to feel fatigued or extra sleepy. Typically, fatigue lasts a day or two and goes away. The trouble is that some victims continue to feel unusually tired or sleepy for several days or longer. This is not […]
Posted on behalf of James Pitz in Auto Accidents
Read MoreCan I Still File a Claim if I Have Memory Loss From My Car Crash Injury?
While some crash victims would like to forget the experience of the incident, others really do forget. This is often the result of a traumatic brain injury, although there may be other reasons. While memory loss is a deeply concerning and challenging symptom, it also raises questions about filing a claim for compensation. Can you […]
Posted on behalf of James Pitz in Auto Accidents
Read MoreWhy Timid, Overly Cautious Drivers Are Dangerous and Put Others at Risk
Every driver has a legal duty to exercise an appropriate amount of caution on the road. However, some drivers take things too far. The irony is that being too cautious puts you at higher risk of a crash, much like reckless or impaired driving. In this blog, Sigman Janssen explains what it means to be […]
Posted on behalf of James Pitz in Auto Accidents
Read MoreHow Many Times Can You Apply for Social Security Disability Benefits?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) denies many initial applications for disability benefits. This may cause some applicants to consider appealing or applying again. However, they might also wonder if there is a limit on the number of times they can apply. In this blog, Sigman Janssen answers the question of how many times you can […]
Posted on behalf of Ana Burkham in Social Security
Read MoreUnderstanding the 5 Elements of Negligence in a Wisconsin Personal Injury Claim
Every day, accidents occur and people suffer injuries. While some situations are only accidents, others are caused by negligence and could have been avoided. Understanding and proving negligence is key to a successful personal injury claim. Below, review the definition of this legal concept and the five elements that make up a negligence case. We […]
Posted on behalf of James Pitz in Personal Injury
Read MoreHow Social Media Posts Could Affect Your Social Security Disability Application
Claims examiners used to ignore disability applicants’ social media profiles unless they were looking for evidence of fraud. Typically, they would not review social posts unless they already had questions about a claim. Things changed in 2020 when the Social Security Administration announced that disability adjudicators could expand their social media monitoring. They could look […]
Posted on behalf of Ana Burkham in Social Security
Read MoreHow Your Job Skill Level May Affect Your Eligibility For Social Security Disability
Many factors are considered when determining your eligibility for Social Security Disability benefits. However, you could divide things into two main categories: your medical issues and your employment history. One of the most important considerations for your employment history is the skills you have acquired. Do the skills you have still allow you to do […]
Posted on behalf of Ana Burkham in Social Security
Read MoreHow Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income Will Change in 2024
Each year, the Social Security Administration makes changes to Social Security disability benefits. For example, each year there is a cost-of-living increase. There are also changes to income limits and modifications to Supplemental Security Income. Sigman Janssen has compiled a helpful guide to the changes taking effect in 2024. It is important to stay updated […]
Posted on behalf of Ana Burkham in Social Security
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