The SSA administers the largest retirement program in the United States. This program has collected FICA taxes since the 1930s and began paying retirement funds in 1940. It was not until the 50s that the program was expanded to include disability payments for qualifying participants who were no longer able to work. A Houston Social […]
Lidocaine May Help Relieve Pain from Fibromyalgia
Lidocaine injections may help relieve fibromyalgia pain. A new study found that injections into peripheral tissues substantially reduced pain. Fibromyalgia is a painful condition in which a person suffers pain all over the body. The pain may be chronic, consistent, and may come in stabs or bursts, which makes it even more difficult to bear. […]
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October marks National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) in the United States. This time is designated to raise awareness about issues affecting Americans with disabilities and celebrate their many and varied contributions. An estimated 20% of adults in the U.S. have a disability, though the disabling conditions their severity vary widely. This year’s theme for […]
5 Ways A Social Security Disability Lawyer in Houston Can Help With SSDI Claims
Many applicants for Social Security disability benefits don’t consider getting legal help until their claim has already been denied. However, having an experienced Social Security disability lawyer in Houston on your side from the start can be very beneficial, for many reasons, including: 1. Determine eligibility The SSDI application and appeals process can be long […]
Can Debt Collectors Come After My Social Security Disability Income?
When a person becomes disabled, financial trouble usually isn’t far behind. Even if you are eligible for Social Security disability income, it may take a long time to get approved, and then may not stretch as far as your income did before disability. Debt may accrue, and previous debts may take a backseat to immediate […]
Low Back Pain is a Leading Cause of Disability Worldwide
Across the globe, lower back pain is one of the most serious and prevalent musculoskeletal disorders according to a new international study that stresses the immense cost of chronic back pain. In the study, the researchers analyzed more than 300 conditions that constitute disability, and zeroed in on lower back pain. The researchers found that […]
New Social Security Rules Will Expedite Veterans Disability Claims
The Houston Social Security lawyers at The Law Offices Of M. Stanley Whitehead are pleased to note that Social Security Administration announced a new initiative this week that will expedite disability claims for some veterans. The new process will classify veterans who have a disability compensation rating of 100% Permanent and Total (P&T) with the […]
