The Social Security Administration awards presumptive disability to those expected to qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). This means that those who are eligible for presumptive disability will start receiving disability benefits while they are awaiting a decision on their disability claim. In this blog post, the disability team at Watson & Carroll discusses presumptive...
If you suffer from a psychotic disorder — including a condition that causes delusions known as delusional disorder — it may be impossible to work and earn a living. In this blog post, the disability team at Watson and Carroll, P.C., L.L.O., discusses applying for disability benefits with a delusional disorder and what criteria must...
More than 21 million people over the age of 12 have sought treatment for substance abuse. If you have a substance abuse addiction, you may find yourself unable to work and earn a living. In this blog post, Watson and Carroll, P.C., L.L.O., discusses whether you can qualify for disability benefits because of a drug...
Can You Get Disability For A Mood Disorder? Mood disorders are serious, affecting as many as 9.7 % of adults in the U.S. alone. If you’ve been diagnosed with a mood disorder that is affecting your ability to earn a living, you may qualify for Social Security disability benefits. Very specific supporting evidence and criteria...
Many disability claims are denied due to a lack of supporting evidence to back up the claim. This often happens because the person applying doesn’t understand what evidence is needed and how to gather it, or any of the other often confusing requirements of a complete application. This blog tells you how you can help...
If you are unable to work because of a medical condition, you may qualify for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). This blog provides answers some of our clients’ most frequently asked questions about the Social Security disability program and applying for benefits. Nebraska Social Security Disability Lawyer Watson & Carroll, P.C., L.L.O.’s...
