Amherst Social Security Disability Law Blog
Are SSD benefits available for joint issues?
Living in Western New York can be physically demanding, and the daily grind can take a toll on your body over time. When you add injuries to the mix, you might find yourself dealing with severe joint pain that hinders your ability to perform your job and even carry...
Qualifying for SSDI with a fibromyalgia diagnosis
New Yorkers suffering from fibromyalgia deal with extreme symptoms that may make it difficult to enjoy life. Between the pain, extreme fatigue and the stress of trying to get by on a low income or none, the entire thing can feel overwhelming. Social Security does not...
Are you missing out on VA benefits?
With Veterans Day coming up, it is a great time to check out the benefits the government has to offer. There is a wide range of programs for which you may qualify. Some of them you may know about, such as medical care, but others may be new to you. It is well worth it...
Can I receive federal benefits for my depression?
Depression is a difficult disease that at one point or another strikes many New York families. When you are suffering, your entire household feels the effects of this mental illness. Sometimes, despite receiving treatment such as medication and talk therapy, your...
What information do I need to apply for SSDI?
If you have a disability that prevents you from working, you may qualify to receive Social Security Disability benefits in New York. These benefits are available if you have a qualifying disability. You will have to complete an application, which the Social Security...
PTSD and SSDI
Anyone in New York may develop post-traumatic stress disorder after witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event. According to the Social Security Administration’s Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Fact Sheet, 7% to 8% of the U.S. population will have PTSD during their...
The VA, the SSA and your disability benefits
At the Law Offices of Pashler & Devereaux in New York, we often answer questions for veterans regarding what types of benefits they may be eligible to receive from the Veterans Administration and the Social Security Administration. If you have a disability, you...
How do I get disability benefits for migraines?
Day after day there is pain with no relief in sight. You get up and go to work, and throughout the day you take the over-counter pain medication to help with the hurt. But the agony in your head will not go away. Migraine is not just a headache, but the boss does not...
Can you claim social security disability benefits for back pain?
Back pain is one of the most common chronic pain conditions that people in New York experience starting in their mid-twenties and onward. If you find your back pain to be severe enough that it affects your ability to work effectively and is costing you a lot of money...
Can I get social security benefits of bipolar disorder?
Bipolar disorder is a mental health illness that often delays in diagnosis in the state of New York. Many blue-collar workers may not think they need to see a mental health professional. Unfortunately, without that diagnosis, you cannot use it to apply for social...