After an injury or illness, Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits can provide you with the financial support you need while you recover. If you meet the qualifications to be considered disabled and cannot work, you apply for SSD benefits. To meet the definition of...
Representing Injured And Disabled Workers
Social Security Disability Benefits
Do I have to get injured at work to get Social Security disability benefits?
Social Security disability benefits are available to anyone who meets the federal definition of disabled and is incapable of working. In other words, you don’t have to be injured at work to recover disability benefits. Injuries suffered at work are sometimes better...
Information needed for Social Security Disability filings
How injuries and illnesses affect people in Louisiana depends on the severity of the injury and also what parts of the body are affected. Certain injuries are debilitating and prevent people from doing many basic life activities. This can include their ability to...
Who qualifies for disability benefits?
Social Security Disability benefits can be a true financial lifeline for those who suffer from an injury or medical condition that renders them unable to work. However, the monthly benefits provided by this program are not automatically given out to all who apply. Far...
What medical conditions qualify you for SSD benefits?
If you are seriously ill or have suffered a major injury you may be unable to work which can lead to financial hardships and mental distress. You may have heard that some people with very serious medical ailments collect Social Security Disability benefits, but you...