The brain is such a complex part of the body and the linchpin in basic human functioning that when a Missourian suffers a brain injury, it can cause an endless stream of problems in the long and short term. Those who have suffered a brain injury might find themselves...
SSD benefits, longitudinal evidence and a mental disorder
Missourians who are suffering from mental illness or have a mental disorder and are seeking Social Security disability benefits because of it might be intimidated by the evidence that the Social Security Administration needs to approve their application. By nature,...
What issues can a Missouri court consider in a divorce?
Getting divorced in Missouri can be an emotional endeavor. When a couple gets married, they will overwhelmingly want it to work out so they can stay together and maintain the family unit. In reality, a significant proportion of marriages fail. There are a variety of...
How is cerebral palsy evaluated for SSD benefits?
People in Missouri who have cerebral palsy or have a loved one who has it will undoubtedly know how difficult it can make it to function each day. Fortunately, people with cerebral palsy might be able to get Social Security disability benefits. SSD benefits can help...
Your rights as an injured worker in Missouri
In Missouri, injured workers have the right to a full recovery after suffering injuries in a workplace accident. You may be aware that you have benefits available to you through workers' compensation, but it is beneficial for every worker to fully understand his or...
Important points about when child support terminates in Missouri
In a divorce, former spouses who have children will undoubtedly be concerned about child support. Supporting children is one of the key aspects of a divorce case and often has various areas of dispute. One issue that often comes to the forefront is when the child...
Can I get expedited reinstatement on my SSD benefits?
Missourians who were receiving benefits through Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income and had those benefits stopped might be eligible for expedited reinstatement. This is only applicable in certain cases, but it is important for those...
What should one know about the 10/10 rule in military divorce?
Military life can be hard on families and marriages due to the travel, separation due to deployment and stress. It is an unfortunate reality that many people who are in the military will end up getting a divorce. For Missourians who were members of the U.S. Armed...
SSD and requirements for limitations in mental functioning
One of the biggest factors for Missouri residents with mental illness getting Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits for mental conditions is how their mental disorder is evaluated. The evaluation assesses the person's ability to function in various circumstances,...
The importance of legal help with SSD benefits for illnesses
When a Missourian has an illness that he or she believes warrants Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, it is not a simple matter of applying and being approved. The process is much more complicated than that. There are various considerations that must be...
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