Because the “weight of medical evidence” often determines the outcome of a Social Security Disability case, and the Federal judges must make findings justifying their decisions, how much weight they give to each doctor is an important component of any “Fully Favorable” or “Unfavorable” opinion. A recent case out of Washington asks the question, “can…
Continue readingIn order to win a Social Security Disability claim there must be proof of “severe” impairments. These severe impairments must disable the claimant from work that is found in both the local and the national economy. A recent case from the 4th Circuit found the claimant had “severe” impairments of severe Lyme disease and fibromyalgia.…
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If a claimant does not have a single medical condition that satisfies the requirements for Social Security Disability, a combination of impairments can also lead to Federal benefits. In a recent case the Administrative Law Judge found the claimant’s combination of: Degenerative Disc disease of the spine, Post-Laminectomy syndrome, Chronic Bronchitis, Degenerative Joint Disease, and…
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Hey Lawyer Landau, Why am I getting notice from the court that I can get some soda? This question came through our office many times this week! “COLA” Does Not Mean Soda Many Workers’ Compensation clients of the Herndon law firm ABRAMS LANDAU, Ltd., received notification this past weekend that they are entitled to COLA.…
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Having an accurate history of your earnings on file with the Federal Government is very important. After all, the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) formulation of benefits to which you may be entitled should you become disabled or when you retire are calculated based on your past earnings. If earnings are missing or incomplete, your benefits could…
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