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- Active Brains May Lead to Lower Levels of Plaque Associated with Alzheimer’s
- Stem Cell Treatment Found to Improve Macular Degeneration
- Stroke Patients Suffering Delirium Show Poor Outcome
- 1 in 5 Adults Diagnosed with Mental Illness in 2010
- Vitamin D Not Found to Benefit Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Veterans' Disability
- 10 Conditions Related to Agent Orange Exposure in Vietnam Era Veterans
- VA’s Blue Button Program Receives Feature Enhancement for Veterans
- Marine Corps Requiring Mandatory Preventative Hearing Tests for Soldiers
- Veteran-Owned Small Businesses 3-Day Conference in June
- VA Aid & Attendance Pension Rates Raised for Disabled Veterans and Spouses
Long-Term Disability
- Regular Black Tea Consumption May Lower Blood Pressure
- GI Tract Bleeding a Serious Problem for Patients with Kidney Failure
- Fibromuscular Dysplasia: A Commonly Undiagnosed Condition
- Knee Replacement vs. Hip Replacement: Higher Risk of Blood Clots
- Men in “Upper” Normal Range for Blood Pressure May Develop Atrial Fibrillation
SSA & VA Federal Appeals
- CAVC Veteran Attorney Explains What the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims is
- Should I appeal my Social Security Disability claim to Federal Court?
- How do you Electronically File a Social Security Disability Federal Appeals?
- Federal SSA Disability Outcome
- Hire a Lawyer for a SSI/Disability Federal Appeal
Personal Injury
- Accident on 95-S closes highway for 5 hours
- One Dead in Head-On Collision
- Woman Dies In Milti-Car Crash
- 18 Vehicle Accident on I-95 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
- Sheriff Crashes Into A Passing Car
Disability Descriptions
Disability Secret of the Day
- Attend Social Security Physical / Mental Examination Appointments
- Complete Social Security Questionnaires and Forms--On Time!
- Be proactive! Gather the information you'll need to apply for disability benefits ahead of time.
- Top 5 Social Security Disability Myths Debunked
- Follow Your Doctors' Orders - Take Your Prescription Drugs As Directed
Appeals & Legal Briefs
- When an ALJ omits important facts about your condition...
- When an ALJ does not consider the opinions of your doctors...
- ALJs may pose hypothetical situations during your hearing...
- Will it be determined that you could perform your past work?
- A judge may not always follow the laws...
Petitions
General
News
Social Security Disability
- New Blood Test May Detect Pancreatic Cancer in Early Stages...
Posted on 1/30/2012 - DNA Sequence Possibly Linked to Severe Form of Lupus...
Posted on 1/29/2012 - New Drug May Extend Survival Rate for Colorectal Cancer Patients...
Posted on 1/28/2012
Veterans' Disability
- Military Using Yoga as Treatment for PTSD and Psychological Issues...
Posted on 1/5/2012 - Honoring Our Veterans with Deals & Freebies on Veterans Day 2011...
Posted on 11/8/2011 - Dual Bills Will Address Military Sexual Trauma...
Posted on 5/26/2011
Long-Term Disability
- Obese Colon Cancer Patients at Increased Risk of Surgical Site Infection...
Posted on 5/26/2011 - 2 Companies Vying For Submission of Hepatitis C Drugs...
Posted on 11/5/2010 - Obese Children at Increased Risk for Heart Disease...
Posted on 6/30/2009
Disability Descriptions
- Oral Drug May Treat Aggressive Lymphoma...
Posted on 8/20/2010
Advancements in Treating Disabilities
- Non-Invasive Treatment May Work for Lung Cancer Patients...
Posted on 8/13/2010
General
- Knee Replacement Numbers Growing in Older Americans...
Posted on 1/4/2012 - Many Florida Charter Schools Lack Support for Disabled Students...
Posted on 12/16/2011 - 1 in 5 Female Soldiers Dealing with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder...
Posted on 12/16/2011
Library
Social Security Disability
- Disability Description for Parkinson’s Disease
- Receiving Appointment Letters after Applying for Social Security
- Filing a Florida Muscular Dystrophy Disability Claim
- SSDI Eligibility: Qualifying Medical Conditions for Miamians
- Prostate Cancer Disability Description Under Social Security Administration
Veterans' Disability
- Connection between Thailand and Agent Orange in Vietnam Era Veterans
- CRSC: Combat Related Special Circumstance and Disability Compensation
- Know the Signs of Past Agent Orange Exposure in Fort Lauderdale veterans
- Can Agent Orange be passed to children of Agent Orange fathers?
- Uncommon Symptoms of Exposure to Agent Orange You Need to Know
Long-Term Disability
- Disabling Medical Conditions: Brain Tumors
- The Council for Disability Awareness
- Seven Ways to Increase Your Heart Health
- Diet Tips to Help Your Teeth and Your Heart
- Fighting Childhood Obesity is a Community Effort in Treasure Coast
SSA & VA Federal Appeals
- Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Brief: BVA Denial of Servie Connection (Brief 1, p 8)
- Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Brief: BVA Denial of Servie Connection (Brief 1, p 7)
- Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Brief: BVA Denial of Servie Connection (Brief 1, p 6)
- Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Brief: BVA Denial of Servie Connection (Brief 1, p 5)
- Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Brief: BVA Denial of Servie Connection (Brief 1, p 4)
Personal Injury
- DUI Injury Victim Resources (Part A)
- DUI Victims: Funeral Planning and Expenses (Part A)
- DUI: Victim Services (Part A)
- DUI: Victim Services (Part B)
- DUI Victims: Funeral Planning and Expenses (Part B)
Seguro Social por Incapacidad (en Español)
- Cambios de Seguro Social, 2009 - Ajuste de costo de vida
- Creditos de Trabajo Necesarios Para Recibir Beneficios por Incapacidad
- Programas de Beneficios por Incapacidad
- Abogados | Reclama de Beneficios por Incapacidad | Seguro Social y Compañías de Seguros Privados
- Cómo Apelar la Decisión de el Seguro Social
Disability Descriptions
Case Results & Legal Briefs
- Prostate Cancer | Kidney Disease | Diabetes Mellitus (Case 66, p.5)
- Prostate Cancer | Kidney Disease | Diabetes Mellitus (Case 66, p.4)
- Prostate Cancer | Kidney Disease | Diabetes Mellitus (Case 66, p.3)
- Prostate Cancer | Kidney Disease | Diabetes Mellitus (Case 66, p.2)
- Hypertension | Social Security Disability (Case 65, p.5)
Important Forms
Newsletters
- February’s News for Wounded Iraq War Vets, Heart Health and More
- LaVan & Neidenberg Newsletter - January 2012 - Vol. 4, Issue 1
- LaVan & Neidenberg Newsletter - December 2011 - Vol. 3, Issue 12
- LaVan & Neidenberg Newsletter - November 2011 - Vol. 3, Issue 11
- LaVan & Neidenberg Newsletter - August 2011 - Vol. 3, Issue 9
Petitions
Veterans' Resources
- Epilepsy Foundation of Florida
- The American Veterans Disabled for Live Memorial
- Wheelchairs for Warriors
- VetWalking.org
- Homes for Our Troops (HFOT)
Resources for the Disabled
- The Council for Disability Awareness
- National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR)
- Chamber of Commerce for Persons with Disabilities, Inc.
General
- Disability Law in Florida: Your Medical Records Rights
- Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Brief: BVA Denial of Servie Connection (Brief 1, p 13)
- Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Brief: BVA Denial of Servie Connection (Brief 1, p 9)
- Federal Social Security Brief: Appeals Council Disability Denial (Brief 1, p 13)
- Federal Social Security Brief: Appeals Council Disability Denial (Brief 1, p 14)
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Social Security Disability
- I just received a Function Report questionnaire in the mail from Social Security. What should I do?
- Can abusing alcohol or illegal or prescription drugs harm my disability claim?
- Will I be asked to testify at my Social Security Disability hearing?
- I just received notice that my claim was denied. Should I appeal the decision or start a new application?
- I just received a notice from Disability Determination Services (DDS) that states I must undergo a medical examination by one of their doctors. Should I go to this appointment?
Veterans' Disability
- What happens to an appeal if the claimant (veteran) dies before a decision is issued?
- Where do I file my appeal?
- What can I do to prepare for my hearing with the Board of Veterans' Appeals?
Where is my claims file, or claims folder, kept during the appeals and hearing process?
- How can I check the status of my veterans' disability claim appeal?
Long-Term Disability
- Do I have to pay income-tax on the long-term disability payments I receive?
- What is the "treating physician rule" and how will it affect my long-term disability claim?
- I am disabled and cannot return to work. What steps should I take before I apply for long-term disability (LTD) benefits?
- When should I file my long-term disability (LTD) claim?
- Is it really that difficult to receive long-term disability benefits?
Preguntas Frequentes Seguro Social por Incapacidad
¿Cómo puedo obtener una copia de mi certificado de nacimiento?
¿Cuáles son las cantidades de impuestos, beneficios y ganancias para el 2009?
- Cuando empiece a recibir beneficios, ¿permanecerá igual la cantidad por el resto de mi vida?
- ¿Cómo informo la muerte de un beneficiario?
General
- Can hiring an attorney or advocate speed up the disability claims process?
- I receive SSI. Am I eligible for any other types of assistance?
- How can I get my doctor(s) to help me with my disability claim?
- I am disabled and cannot work and as a result, my financial situation is deteriorating fast. How do I survive financially while waiting for my claim for disability benefits to be decided on?
- My medical condition is steadily becoming worse, but my doctor doesn't support my disability claim. Should I look for a sympathetic doctor?