Multiple Sclerosis and Social Security Disability

Here you will find specific information about pursuing disability claims arising from MS, case strategies that have proven effective in securing benefits for MS claimants, and ongoing dialogue about Multiple Sclerosis and Social Security Disability (see the MS Disability Blog).

Additionally, if you are interested in pursuing a disability claim based on MS, or are currently in the process of a claim and would like our expert advice, please use the contact form on the right for a free case review.

MS and Social Security Disability

If you have ever been around or been involved with the care of a family member or friend who has Multiple Sclerosis, or MS as it is most commonly called, then you already know what a crippling and physically destructive disease it is. However, in addition to the physical limitations that result from the disease, there could also be mental or psychological limitations that compound the issues for the affected individual. It is not uncommon to experience depression and the inability to concentrate – both of which will hinder your ability to work.

Despite the fact that in some cases MS can adequately be treated by virtue of prescription medications, one of the most common consequences is the inability to work based on the debilitating side effects. If you have MS and are taking medications for it, you might be eligible to receive SSDI (Social Security Disability) benefits if you are physically unable to work or pursue gainful employment because of your condition and the side effects resulting from taking that medication.

SSDI is one of the Social Security Administration’s programs that were implemented in order to provide financial support to those individuals with severe disabilities that prevent them from working. You want to remember that the burden of proof will be on you where winning a Social Security Disability claim is concerned. So it makes sense to hire an attorney who specializes in SSDI claims if you can prove that the condition has resulted in your inability to work and earn a living.

Before enduring all of the red tape involved in the application process, there are certain questions you should answer to see if you could possibly qualify for SSDI benefits based on MS. Ask yourself the following:

• “Does my Multiple Sclerosis hinder me or prevent me from walking?”
• “Has my Multiple Sclerosis damaged my vision to the point where reading is difficult and the condition cannot be corrected with contact lenses or glasses?”
• “Does my Multiple Sclerosis inhibit my ability to concentrate when I need to?”
• “Has my Multiple Sclerosis made it difficult for me to engage in normal tasks such as bathing myself, cooking for myself, or getting myself dressed?”
• “Regardless of how much I sleep I get at night, am I still tired the next day?”
• “Do other people have difficulty understanding me because my speech is impaired?”
• “Am I having problems performing basic, daily tasks because of the side effects resulting from taking my MS meds?”

If the answer to any of the above is “yes”, there is a possibility that you could qualify for MS Disability benefits. Applying for SSDI benefits is your first step towards receiving the financial aid that you deserve and need.

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