It is not uncommon for a Veteran who is applying for Social Security Disability benefits to ask his VA doctor to complete Residual Funcational Capacity forms in support of the Social Security Claim.

Just before the hearing we get your updated medical reports, have residual funtional capacity forms completed by your doctor and write a detailed letter to the Administrative Law Judge about your case.

The Social Security Administration has published changes to the Immune System Disorder listings which will become effective June 16, 2008. Immune disorders that are covered in this listing include autoimmune disorders, HIV infection, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), scleroderma, connective tissue disorder, polymyositis, dermamyositis, inflammatory arthritis and a new listing for Sjogren’s syndrome found at Listing 14.10.

Having an experienced Social Security attorney can make the difference between a claim deniald and an award of Social Security Disability benefits.

Social Security numbers show that at least 60% of Social Security Disability applicants who are represented are approved for disability! That means that over 40% potentially wrongfully denied Social Security Disability benefits.

You should ask the attorney about his/her qualifications and if he/she has handled a case like yours! Find out what the lawyer thinks of your case and what actions he/she recommends. Of course, a Social Security Disability Rights Analysis is the best way to answer these questions immediately. *Click here for a FREE copy of

Over 1.5 million Americans suffer from Lupus, which is a complex autoimmune disease. The body’s own defense system, the immune system, plots an aggressive attack on healthy tissues and organs including joints, heart, lungs, kidneys, skin and blood. This causes inflammation, pain, and a feeling that you have the flu all the time. Lupus symptoms

Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a common sleep disorder, but in severe cases is one that causes significant fatigue and impacts your ability to work. You may be entitled to Social Security Disability benefits because of severe sleep apnea. For more information regarding your rights to Social Security Disability benefit and sleep apnea, contact attorney Nancy

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society has a wealth of information regarding MS, including information on treatment, medication, and good common practical advice on dealing with MS. Some of the resources for MS and sleep deprivation are “You Can Get the Sleep You Need” and “Sleep Disorders and MS”. You can visit the National MS Society