“I applied for Social Security Disability Insurance. Why do they have to speak to my doctor?

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Gregory applied for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) two months ago after he dislocated and fractured his shoulder in a car accident. A gym instructor, who helped clients with their fitness goals, Gregory could not do his job and was advised to apply for Social Security disability benefits. He submitted documentation to the Social Security Administration and waited for a response. After a few weeks, his doctor’s office called to get authorization to release his medical information to a state agency. “Why do they need my information,” he wondered. Gregory saw a Cervoni Disability Law PLLC post on Twitter and decided to call us for information.

“My disability benefit application was denied. Can you help with my appeal?”

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Geena became paralyzed and unable to work after a boating accident. She was employed as a florist and depended on a modest income for her livelihood. On the long road to recovery, she filed for Social Security Disability benefits and was denied. Geena’s best friend Alicia sensed her frustration and recommended that she call Cervoni Disability Law PLLC for help with filing an appeal. “I know you are overwhelmed,” Alicia said. “Why not get help from someone who does this all the time?”

“When will I be eligible to receive my SSDI benefits?”

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While running with his camera to cover a news story for a local television station, Calvin slipped and fractured his ankle in three places. His orthopedist recommended surgery and physical therapy with a recovery period of at least a year. Calvin called us at Cervoni Disability Law PLLC and we won his claim for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. Calvin was ecstatic since he had exhausted sick leave coverage at his job. He wondered, however, how long it would take him to receive benefits.

“How does the Windfall Elimination Provision affect my disability benefits?”

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Five years ago, we helped Lauren obtain Social Security Disability Insurance benefits after her severely arthritic knees prevented her from working as a curator at the local museum. As Lauren approached age 62, she considered applying for the retirement benefits that she had earned after 25 years on the job. However, Lauren became concerned after reading an article in her AARP magazine which stated that the Social Security Administration could reduce or even eliminate her disability benefit once she started to receive retirement benefits. Lauren called us at Cervoni Disability Law PLLC to find out how and if her disability payments would be affected.

“Can my disabled child receive SSDI benefits based on my record?"

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Mark was the warehouse manager at a big-box department store for 20 years when a tragic car accident resulted in a severe injury. In the midst of a slow and painful recovery, he realized that he could not return to work right away. A single dad of twin boys, one of whom was disabled, Mark confided to his best friend Davis that he was worried about how he would support his family. Davis, a disabled veteran who follows us on Twitter, suggested that Mark give us, Cervoni Disability Law, PLLC a call.

“What is Social Security Disability Insurance?"

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Jonathan’s mother Louisa worked as a department store cashier for most of her life. Now age 58, she began to experience severe pain in her right hip which made it uncomfortable for her to stand. She was scheduled for hip replacement surgery, but her doctor advised that she should no longer work at a job that required her to stand for long periods of time. She tried to find another job, but at her age, she was not very successful.

"Who determines if you qualify for disability payments?"

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At age 52, Amira began suffering from debilitating back pain which kept her out of work at least one day a week. She was called in by her HR Director and told that if she could not make it into work every day, she would lose her job. Despite numerous doctor visits, her pain persisted and soon Amira was out of work. Her friend Janice suggested that she find out if she qualifies for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. “Who do I call?” asked Amira. “Try Cervoni Disability Law, PLLC,” Janice advised. “I just saw their LinkedIn post and I am sure they can answer your questions.”

How “Severe” must a condition be to meet the criteria for a “Medically Determinable Severe Impairment?”

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Ever since he fell on his construction job, Kaitlyn’s husband Jeremy has been experiencing blackouts. While he was still physically able to do his job, Jeremy was afraid that he would have a blackout at work and cause injury to himself or his co-workers. Kaitlyn called us trying to find out if Jeremy’s condition could qualify him to receive Social Security Disability Insurance benefits (SSDI).

Can I return to work after receiving disability benefits?

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At age 30, Denise was injured in an accident while working at her factory job. She was unable to walk and wheelchair bound for more than a year and we helped her get Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Three years later, after undergoing therapy and rehabilitation, Denise wanted to rebuild her life and re-enter the workforce. She turned to us once more to find out how Social Security handles beneficiaries who were trying to return to the workforce.

Can Patrick receive Medicare coverage along with his disability benefits?

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Patrick was 45 years old when he was seriously injured while operating heavy equipment at his construction worksite. He was unable to return to work for more than a year and we helped him to obtain Social Security Disability Benefits.  Out of work, Patrick’s insurance no longer covered his medical bills and he wondered if he could receive Medicare benefits even though he was under age 65.