Atlanta Social Security Disability Law Blog

Skin disorders may not only cause pain for those who suffer, but they may also make them a candidate for Social Security Disability benefits. An important factor for qualifying is if the condition impacts a person's ability to work.  Under the Social Security...

When you finally filed for your Social Security disability benefits in Georgia, you learn that the administration may review your Supplemental Security Income. These reviews can affect your ability to retain your SSI. The SSA completes reviews on a specific timeline...

The world of disability benefits can be a very confusing place. There are many different programs that a person can apply for, and it is important to know the difference between all of them. A particularly touchy subject is government benefits for children....

People seeking disability benefits often think their conditions qualify as disabled. The truth is, several factors can result in the denial of your claim, even if your condition prevents you from working. First, if your condition will not last 12 months or result in...

Those in Douglasville who are seeking Social Security Disability benefits typically only do so after exhaustive efforts to support themselves through other means. Despite all of their hard work, however, their injuries or disabling conditions may make it impossible...

Georgian residents depend on Social Security Disability (SSD) when illness or injury keep them from work. Unfortunately, the SSA does not approve every SSD claim. In fact, a large number never make it past the initial request stage. What can you do to continue...

For many people, the decision to file for Social Security Disability benefits is a no-brainer. For some people in Georgia, however, this decision is more complex and the Law Office of Ellene Welsh knows there are other considerations to focus on before approaching the...

If you experience symptoms of abdominal pain, persistent diarrhea, weight loss and rectal bleeding, you may have inflammatory bowel disease. It affects approximately 1.3% of the U.S. population, including Georgia. According to the Centers for Disease Control, the term...

It can be confusing to navigate federal aid programs, including those administered by Social Security. Individuals who are blind or have a qualifying disability may seek financial assistance through either the Social Security Disability Insurance program and/or the...