Powerful antiretroviral drugs have markedly prolonged the lives of people living with HIV/AIDS. Many opportunistic diseases that once afflicted persons with AIDS, are now uncommon. While the impact of HIV/AIDS on those infected appear to be less severe now, recent studies show that patients continue to suffer from significant physical and mental impairments. The new medications seem to work well in containing most of the symptoms traditionally associated with the virus. However, these potent drugs have imposed new limitations on HIV/AIDS patients. Scientific studies have demonstrated that these medications can cause very serious side effects. For this reason, in Social […]

Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits due to the effects of Hepatitis C can be a frustrating process. Hepatitis C is a viral infection affecting primarily the liver. In many instances, the disease is asymtomatic. However, when the condition becomes chronic, a person suffering from this disease can experience fatigue, anemia and nausea. There is no cure for chronic hepatitis C and unfortunately, the treatment used to control it can be extremely debilitating.

The Social Security Administration Analyzes applications for disability benefits from claimants suffering from Hepatitis C under Section 5.05 of the Listing of Impairments. Meeting the requirements for the […]

Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. Very little is know about what causes this condition and there is no known cure for it. Many of its symptoms are subjective and extremely difficult to prove with objective tests. For this reason, Social Security claimants with a diagnosis of fibromyalgia usually face an uphill challenge in having their benefits granted. Nonetheless, claimants with this condition, who have well documented medical records evidencing serious physical and mental limitations, should not be discouraged from pursuing their claim for benefits.

Social Security has a disability listing that gives […]

If you suffer from congestive heart failure, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. Congestive heart failure occurs when the heart is unable to provide sufficient pump action to distribute blood flow to meet the needs of the body. Heart failure can cause a number of symptoms including shortness of breath, leg swelling, and exercise intolerance. The condition is diagnosed with echocardiography and blood tests.

The Social Security Administration generally calls congestive heart failure “chronic heart failure.” In adult disability claims, Social Security uses the five-step sequential evaluation in deciding whether the claimant is entitled to benefits. Under the […]

If you have been diagnosed with cancer you may be eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits. Most types of cancer are covered under the Social Security Administration definitions for disability. If you are unable to work due to a recent diagnoses of cancer you can call our office toll free at (860) WIN – RAMOS for more information about how we can help you get benefits.

As part of your application, you will need your doctor to provide documentation of the type of cancer that you have. In addition, you may want to check with your doctor to make sure that […]

Serious back problems usually cause constant pain and hinder your ability to work, making it very difficult to provide for yourself and your family. Social Security Disability benefits were created to provide a financial safety net for persons who cannot work because of a chronic condition. Winning benefits for persons suffering from back pain or any other chronic conditions is not easy, in fact, roughly 70 percent of applicants are denied Social Security Disability benefits during the initial application process. However, your chances of success greatly increase once you hire a lawyer.

At Ramos Law, we help Social Security Disability Claimants […]

According to the Center for Disease Control, Arthritis is one of the most common causes of disability in the United States. Before addressing how a person with Arthritis can qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits, it is necessary to explain the nature of this condition. Arthritis is a disorder affecting the joints and is characterized by inflammation and joint pain. It is most prevalent in the thumbs, fingers, feet, hips, knees, neck, back, and shoulders. The joints are integral for many body movements, and arthritis can limit range of motion and prevent necessary movements. Arthritis is typically seen in older […]