16 October

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Ovarian Cancer And Your Rights To Long Term Disability Benefits

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More than 20,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year and over 15,000 women die annually from the disease. If diagnosed and treated early when cancer is confined to the ovary, the five-year survival rate is over 90 percent. Ovarian cancer is a disease in which malignant or cancerous cells develop in your ovaries. There are many types of cancers and tumors that can form in the ovaries. Some are benign, or non cancerous, which can be treated surgically. Unfortunately, others are malignant or cancerous and the treatment options and outcome would depend on the type...

09 October

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Dementia And Your Rights To Social Security Disability Benefits

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Dementia is a broad term used to describe different brain disorders that can affect memory, thinking, behavior and emotion. One of the most common causes of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease but there are other causes including vascular disease, dementia with Lewy bodies and fronto-temporal dementia. Early symptoms of dementia can include memory loss, difficulty performing familiar tasks, problems with language and changes in personality. Your Rights to Social Security Disability Benefits and Dementia The Social Security Administration doesn’t always make it easy for those with Dementia to get the Social Security Disability benefits they deserve. It’s important that your medical records document the memory...

28 August

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NOSSCR Commentary Article About SSDI Misconceptions

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In a recent commentary article by NOSSCR, found here: http://thehill.com/blogs/congress-blog/healthcare/215601-ssdi-the-truth-behind-media-and-political-mischaracterizations shows some misconceptions that the media may put out about SSDI. What are your thoughts about the article and the real truth behind it? Do you need help with your SSDI or have a question? SSDI Attorney Nancy Cavey has been practicing disability law for over 30 years. Give us a call today 727-894-3188....

25 August

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Stomach Cancer And Your Rights To Long Term Disability Benefits

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Did you know that stomach cancer is the 4th most common cancer worldwide and the 2nd leading causes of cancer deaths in the world? More than 10,000 American suffer from stomach cancer and 1 in every 114 men and women are at risk of this deadly disease! However, if you are diagnosed with stomach cancer, you should immediately apply for long term disability benefits. Stomach cancer signs and symptoms Early stage stomach cancer rarely causes symptoms and, as a result, detection is difficult. However, signs and symptoms of stomach cancer can include: 1. Indigestion, heartburn or ulcer-type symptoms; 2. Difficulty swallowing; 3. Abdominal pain or vague discomfort...

14 July

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Group Health Insurance Benefits For Those On Long Term Disability Insurance

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When you became disabled you, unfortunately, most likely lost your job and your group insurance benefits. The lack of health insurance can have a devastating impact on your medical and financial future. Websites for help with insurance Did you know that there are a number of websites that can help you find an affordable insurance program? These include the following: • Heathcare.gov: The official site for the Health Insurance Marketplace (a.k.a. Obamacare); • FinancialHelpforHealth.org: A new site from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to help consumers learn about credits and subsidies for health insurance; • AARP.org: Solid information on both Medicare and the Health Insurance...

30 June

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Discretionary Clauses And Your Long Term Disability Claim

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Get out your long term disability policy and look for something called the “Discretionary Clause”. It’s a clause that lets the long term disability carrier make the decision and requires that the court defer to its decision. It’s what I call a “get out of jail free card.” Fortunately, there are some states that prohibit discretionary clauses in long term disability policies. These states include: California; Colorado; Illinois; Michigan; and Washington. You can determine whether the discretionary clause is applicable to you by looking at your disability policy and what state your policy was issued. What other terms don’t you want to see in your long term disability...

24 June

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Making The Decision To Hire An Attorney To Get Your Long Term Disability Benefits If Your Claim Has Been Denied

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You bought your long term disability policy to provide you and your family peace of mind if you were unable to work. You’ve even made the difficult decision to apply for disability benefits knowing that your physician and employer have supported your claim. Yet, you’ve gotten a denial from the long term disability carrier. No matter how angry or upset you are, don’t walk away from your long term disability claim. As a disability attorney, I know that very few people look forward to protracted litigation but there are times in life when the only right course of action is...

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