Skip to main content

BENEFITS FOR MENTAL DISABILITY

My firm wins cases frequently based on mental or psychological impairments, ranging from depression to PTSD to schizophrenia.  But mental impairments may be difficult to prove.  Here are a few things that can help the case:

1)  Visit the doctor regularly and follow appropriate treatment, which may include counseling or medications.

2)  See if a specialist, such as a psychiatrist or licensed psychologist, if possible.  They carry more evidentiary weight than general practitioners.

3)  Try to get a professional opinion in writing from your doctor about how your mental impairment restricts your ability to work.  The more specific the opinion, the more helpful to your case.  There are forms that may be used for this purpose and they cover all the bases.

If you have no income and simply cannot go to a doctor or mental health clinic, then ask Social Security to send you for a consultative examination.  This isn't as good as seeing your own doctor but it's better than seeing no doctor at all.  Social Security will pay for the exam and sometimes it helps you get benefits.  I repeat, this is a last resort.

If you need help with any type of Social Security disability claim, please contact me at the Forsythe Firm, 7027 Old Madison Pike, Suite 108, Huntsville, AL 35806.  (256) 799-0297.  Initial consultations are free and you never pay a fee unless you win. There will be no upfront cost to you.

https://forsythefirm.wixsite.com/website 

Comments

  1. Charles W. ForsytheDecember 9, 2017 at 11:40 AM

    Depression, PTSD, generalized anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, etc. may qualify for SSDI benefits; however, the process of getting approved can be complex and difficult. It will usually take more than just filing an application. Most impairments resulting from mental disorder will require a hearing before benefits can be approved. Claimants will need a skilled, committed and persistent representative.

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

YOUR DISABIILTY CLAIM WAS DENIED. IT WAS PROBABLY A MISTAKE.

IS YOUR DISABILITY DENIAL CORRECT? You applied for Social Security disability.  They sent you to a doctor for an examination, then denied your benefits.  Should you assume that Social Security made the correct decision?  No.  You should assume they made a bad decision because they probably did. In nearly one-half of denials which are appealed, a judge will review the evidence and overturn the denial to award full benefits to the claimant.  In simple terms, Social Security got the first decision wrong. Never assume a denial by Social Security is correct.  Assume it is wrong and can be overturned. What is the biggest mistake you can make after being denied by Social Security?  Failing to appeal the denial within 60 days is the single biggest mistake you can make. Claimants lose millions of dollars every year by failure to appeal denied claims.  Don't make this mistake. What are the risks if I appeal and lose?  There is no risk.   In an appeal, you have every
4 comments
Read more

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs) ABOUT SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY

The Forsythe Firm in Huntsville specializes in Social Security disability.  Here are some common questions and answers about SSDI. 1.  Who decides whether I can receive SSDI (disability) benefits? The Social Security Administration decides eligibility.  There is a lengthy application process.  It takes 90 to 120 days to get a decision. 2.  What are the basic requirements for SSDI? A medically severe impairment lasting at least 12 consecutive months which imposes a serious limitation on the ability to perform full-time work.  Also, the claimant must have enough recent work credits to be insured by Social Security.  Usually, a person needs 2 0 quarters of coverage during the past 10 year period.  The rule is different for young workers. 3.  How long does it take to get a decision on my application? 90 to 120 days.  Nothing Social Security does is fast. 4.  On average, what are the odds of approval of my application? Slightly under 30 percent of applications are
Post a Comment
Read more

CONCENTRATION, PERSISTENCE AND PACE (CPP) ISSUES & DISABILITY

I win many Social Security disability cases by showing how my client has trouble with concentration, persistence and pace (CPP). These issues are not obvious to the casual observer but certainly may qualify for a disability benefit. Under SSR 96-9(p), Social Security considers "work" as the ability to work 8 hours per day, 5 days per week or an equivalent schedule.  CPP issues prevent this and qualify for disability. CONCENTRATION is the ability to remain focused and on task for at at least 2 hours at a time and to complete an 8-hour workday.  Most workers will be off task about 5 to 9 percent of the workday and this is tolerated.  However, concentration can be hindered by pain, fatigue, depression or other mental health issues.  When a worker is off task more than about 10 percent of the workday on a consistent basis due to one of these medical issues,  they become unemployable. PERSISTENCE is the ability to report to work and do a job  8 hours a day, 5 days a
2 comments
Read more