It is never easy to be suffering from a medical issue that makes it impossible for a St. Louis resident to work. Social Security disability is in place to help those who are experiencing an injury, illness or condition and when that claim is denied, it can be a blow....
Facing disability from a rare disease
The diagnosis of a rare and debilitating disease is stressful enough. You are probably spending hours trying to find information about your condition online, speaking with specialists and looking for support. You may also be dealing with emotions from family and...
Are you fighting two wars: One in the military and one in court?
You've done everything you can to be the best parent you can be, including taking on jobs to make ends meet that requires courage and dedication, such as service in the U.S. military. You knew when you got divorced that things wouldn't be easy. After all, it's...
Rule change might affect Social Security disability applicants
Missouri residents who are suffering from an illness, condition or injury that they believe warrants receiving disability benefits through Social Security must follow the federal regulations to be approved. Understanding these rules is often a key and failing to...
Backlog and staffing problems hinder disability applications
The idea behind disability benefits for illness is to provide for those whose medical issues have left them unable to work. Missouri residents who believe they qualify for Social Security disability benefits should not hesitate to apply for them. However, it is also...
Federal regulations prevent dying woman from getting her benefits
When people in Missouri and across the nation have an illness, condition or injury that renders them unable to work, they may have the option to seek assistance from the federal government. Social Security disability benefits are meant to help these individuals and...
Can I get disability for disorders related to trauma and stress?
St. Louis residents might be under the impression that Social Security disability is for those who have obvious conditions that render them unable to work and that qualifying mental conditions are limited to those with disorders that are clear to the eye. However,...
Protect your rights and wishes when entering a divorce
While in the process of a divorce, there are many decisions that need to be addressed. Among one of the most important decisions for a couple with children from the marriage is child custody.Depending on the situation, child custody can take many forms including joint...
Can you appeal a denial for SSD benefits?
Having a disability can often make many tasks in life challenging. You may have a disability that makes it impossible for you to carry out necessary duties to hold down a steady job. As a result, you may face financial hardships. Of course, benefits programs exist...
How Seasonal Affective Disorder can lead to long-term depression
Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is a real disorder that has been proven to affect people due to the change of seasons from fall through winter. It is typically related to the effects of winter, including cold temperatures leading to less time outdoors for people,...
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Military Law
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Social Security Disability
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Personal Injury