What is a continuing disability review?

Individuals who frequently read the posts on this Oklahoma disability benefits blog may know that in order to qualify for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration a person’s impairment must be expected to last for at least 12 months. This means that short-term illnesses and injuries are generally not covered by the organization’s…

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A discussion of paralysis and its many life-altering symptoms

Paralysis can result from a number of traumas and medical conditions, including but not limited to spinal cord injuries, strokes, and Bell’s palsy. The clearest indicator of paralysis in a patient is the inability of the patient to move their body. Depending upon the type, location, and nature of the paralysis the patient may…

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During an illness, work with lawyers who you trust

An illness can be a tricky enemy to fight. For some individuals, illnesses like cancer may live in their bodies for months before emerging and demonstrating their truly dangerous propensities. In other situations, a person may contract a serious illness and be affected by its symptoms within hours of coming into contact with it….

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Are disability benefits available for PTSD?

Not all illnesses are obvious to the human eye. In fact, many of the medical conditions that Oklahoma residents struggle with are completely hidden from view. While some of these latent disorders affect the physical functioning of their victims’ bodies, others lurk in their mental states and psychological profiles. One group of serious mental…

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How to deal with an SSDI denial

The application process for disability benefits can be long and complicated, and you may need to strategize ways to survive while your application is pending. Thus, having this process culminate in denial can be discouraging. It is important to keep in mind that, although disappointing, a denial is not the end of the road….

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