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Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a serious mental health condition that can significantly impact a person’s daily life, including their ability to work. For individuals with severe and persistent symptoms, obtaining financial support through Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) may be a crucial lifeline. In this article, we will explore Major Depressive Disorder and disability. […]

The world of social security disability and social security insurance can be confusing. There are a lot of different rules and regulations and the system can be confusing to navigate. Today, we’re going to discuss some of the most common questions individuals have when it comes to social security disability benefits in Phoenix, AZ. What […]

Getting approved for social security benefits can be a very tricky, confusing process- especially if you are submitting your application without professional guidance. Even if you’re confident about getting approved, you may still end up getting denied for reasons you didn’t anticipate. Following are some common reasons why your request was rejected. Too High of […]

In May of 2019, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS), the highest court in the country, questioned the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) right to deny disability benefits for an applicant when the timeliness of the claim was the only reason for dismissal. The merits of the case were not in question. What happened? […]

Within the wrist there is a complex network of nerves and tendons. These nerves and tendons pass through a small space, referred to as the carpal tunnel. In some cases, overuse or other factors can result in pressure within this small space, potentially compressing the nerves that control the hand. When this happens, medical professionals […]

According to the federal government’s Census Bureau, the percentage of Arizona’s population with Asian heritage is on the rise, accounting for nearly four percent of our state’s residents. We also have a higher than average percentage of older folks in the Grand Canyon State, accounting for 17.5 percent of our population (the national average is […]

Fibromyalgia is a serious disease that can prevent people from working. At our law firm, we regularly represent Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Insurance claimants with fibromyalgia in their struggle to prove to the Social Security Administration (SSA) that their symptoms and limitations are disabling. We have written about fibromyalgia in this space before, but recent medical […]

May is Huntington’s Disease Awareness Month, which is a time when advocacy and support groups throughout the world raise awareness about the condition. Huntington’s Disease (HD) is often compared to having the symptoms of ALS, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s all at once, which makes it a devastating disease. It impairs a person’s ability to think, talk […]

Many people hold misconceptions about when to apply for Social Security Disability benefits, and you may have heard some of them and be holding the misconceptions yourself. For instance, there is a rumor that applicants should wait a certain length of time before applying, such as five months or one year after becoming disabled. But […]