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- 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)
Commercials, Tutorials & Current Events
Social Security Disability Attorney | Seek Medical Treatment | Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Fort Lauderdale, Florida - In this video, attorney Kenneth LaVan of LaVan & Neidenberg, discusses the importance of having medical evidence to substantiate your disability claim. He also offers some tips on how to receive medical treatment if you do not have medical insurance or the income to afford co-payments and hospital bills.
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Social Security Disability Tutorials:
- Social Security Five-Step Disability Process | Determine If You Are Disabled | Disability Attorney Atlanta, Georgia
- Qualify Social Security Disability Benefits | Eligibility Requirements | Tampa Florida | Attorney
- What to Expect At Your Social Security Disability Hearing | Do I Need An Attorney | Fort Lauderdale
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FAQs
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?