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Complications from Traumatic Brain Injuries

Nearly 2 million people suffer from Traumatic Brain Injuries every year, according to the CDC, and many of them cause lasting complications. Closed head trauma, the most common type of Traumatic Brain Injury, occurs when the head experiences a jolt or blow, causing the brain to...

Help for Disabled Veterans

There are 3 million veterans who the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports as having a disability related to military service. If you or a loved one is among this number, you may be entitled to Social Security Disability or Veterans Benefits. SSD benefits can be applied for either while in a military status or after discharge. This means that military servicemen and women can receive SSD benefits even while receiving...

Speeding Up the Process

In honor of the Veterans of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, the Social Security Administration has improved the process of applying for and receiving a Social Security Disability decision for wounded veterans. To be eligible for expedited processing of your disability claim you must have become disabled while on active military service on or after October 1, 2001, regardless of where...

Helpful Tips from an Experienced Attorney

When you are disabled, having your Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income claim approved can be essential to being able to provide for yourself and your family and access the care that you need. Berger and Green have many years of experience winning claims for their clients. Here are some tips to make a strong...