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Understanding the Social Security Disability Consultative Exam

Jun 8, 2020 | Social Security Disability

Do you have a medical condition that affects your ability to work? You could be eligible to receive Social Security disability benefits. When you apply for disability benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will check your medical records to determine if your condition meets their criteria for receiving them. Sometimes the SSA will require an …

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What is the Social Security Disability Impairments List?

May 18, 2020 | Bankruptcy, Gary W. Stout

If you filed or are looking into filing for Social Security disability benefits, you have probably come across the term “Impairments List” often. This is because the Impairments List plays a very important role in the Social Security Administration (SSA) determining your eligibility for benefits. This post will help explain what the Social Security Disability …

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Receiving Social Security Disability for COPD

May 4, 2020 | Bankruptcy, David Poston

COPD affects nearly 30 million Americans, according to the COPD Foundation. The Foundation says over half of those affected do not know COPD is the cause of their health issues. Many of them may believe their symptoms come from aging, but COPD is the cause. COPD can be a debilitating and costly disease. It robs …

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The Dangers of Invokana Diabetic Medication

Apr 20, 2020 | Personal Injury, Gary W. Stout

Over 20 million Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. Most of those diagnosed have type 2 diabetes. Since 2013, many of those with type 2 diabetes have used the medication Invokana to help them manage their diabetes only to have it cause greater complications. If you have taken Invokana …

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Receiving Social Security Disability for Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Apr 6, 2020 | Social Security Disability, Gary W. Stout

An estimated 3 million Americans had Inflammatory Bowel Disease in 2015, according to a Centers for Disease Control (CDC) report. Those with IBD suffer great discomfort to the point it can often interfere with their daily functions. Many find it difficult to maintain their ability to work and suffer financial loss. If you have an …

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4 Important Steps to Take after a Defective Product Injury

Mar 23, 2020 | Personal Injury, Gary W. Stout

When you buy a product, you have faith it will do what it is designed and advertised to do. You do not expect the product to cause you injury. Unfortunately, many products you use or consume have the potential to cause you harm. Because of design defects, manufacturing problems, or dishonest marketing practices, dangerous products …

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The Link between Viagra and Melanoma Skin Cancer

Mar 9, 2020 | Personal Injury, Gary W. Stout

Since its debut, millions of men have used Viagra to help with one of their most personal health issues. They have trusted that it will help them with their problem without causing undue harm. But, it seems they may have missed placed their trust. Several studies have revealed a possible link between use of Viagra …

Hidden Dangers of Mirena IUD

Feb 21, 2020 | Personal Injury, Gary W. Stout

Since 2000, millions of women have used Mirena IUD. They have trusted the devices to perform as advertised and safely provide birth control and menstrual relief. But, more and more medical studies have revealed that usage of a Mirena IUD could cause significant harm. What is Mirena IUD? The Mirena IUD is an intrauterine device …

Receiving Social Security Disability for Sickle Cell Disease

Feb 7, 2020 | Social Security Disability, Gary W. Stout

Between 70,000 and 100,000 people are affected by sickle cell anemia in the U.S. today, according to the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America. The organization estimates that about 1,000 babies born in America each year will have sickle cell disease. Sickle cell disease is an inherited trait that can lead to debilitating physical complications. …

The Problem with Bone Cement Used in Knee Replacement Surgeries

Jan 21, 2020 | Personal Injury, Gary W. Stout

Knee replacement surgery has become one of the most common surgeries done in America. Over 600,000 individuals have total knee replacements done each year, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Most surgeries are successful and offer patients years of pain-free mobility. But, many others have experienced complications from their knee replacement surgeries that …

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Understanding the Social Security Disability Consultative Exam

What is the Social Security Disability Impairments List?

Receiving Social Security Disability for COPD

The Dangers of Invokana Diabetic Medication

Receiving Social Security Disability for Inflammatory Bowel Disease

4 Important Steps to Take after a Defective Product Injury

The Link between Viagra and Melanoma Skin Cancer

Hidden Dangers of Mirena IUD

Receiving Social Security Disability for Sickle Cell Disease

The Problem with Bone Cement Used in Knee Replacement Surgeries

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