Mental Illness

Mental Illness and Social Security Disability Attorneys

Individuals with a disabling mental illness may be entitled to collect Social Security Benefits. At Berger and Green, our Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Social Security Disability attorneys have over 35 years of experience in assisting clients with mental illness claims for Social Security Disability Benefits (SSD) and SSI. If you have a Social Security Disability claim, you want to make sure that you have experienced representation for your case. Our attorneys will take the time to prepare, file, or appeal your case, so that you can recover the benefits you deserve for SSD and SSI.

Victims of a disabling mental illness may be entitled to Social Security Disability benefits. Our attorneys will assist you to prepare, file, or appeal your claim, so that you can go after the benefits you need and deserve.

Our Social Security Disability lawyers are sympathetic to the many issues associated with mental illness. If you suffer from a mental illness that is likely to cause you to be unable to work for a year or longer, you may be entitled to government benefits. We can assist you in seeking the medical care you need for your recovery and ensuring that you seek the benefits you need for financial security.

Please contact us, if you are suffering from any of the following conditions and are interested in pursuing a mental illness claim for Social Security Disability benefits or SSI:

  • Bipolar
  • OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)
  • Severe Depression
  • Recurrent Depression
  • Manic Depression
  • PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
  • Panic Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Anxiety disorder
  • Agoraphobia

It is important that you always follow the instructions of your mental health care provider. By following the orders of a doctor, keeping appointments, and staying on your medication, you are creating a record of treatment that will help you to collect benefits more easily. Even if you are feeling better, you should continue following the orders of your doctor to ensure your stability.

The Social Security Disability lawyers at Berger and Green have helped thousands of people who are living with mental illness. We understand that mental illnesses interfere with your ability to work. If you are suffering from Bipolar Disorder our SSD and SSI attorneys understand you may be experiencing episodes of mania and depression. Our Social Security Disability attorneys have collected all the money and benefits available for our clients suffering from Severe Depression, Recurrent Depression, and Manic Depression. Depression is a serious illness which can be debilitating. The Social Security lawyers at Berger and Green have successfully helped thousands of people with serious depression get the benefits they deserve.

If you are receiving treatment for a Panic Disorder or Anxiety Disorder and are unable to work call Berger and Green. Schizophrenia, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Agoraphobia are serious mental illnesses that can make working difficult. If you have been diagnosed with Schizophrenia, OCD, or Agoraphobia and are unable to work you may be entitled to Social Security Disability benefits or SSI benefits.

We are experienced in handling claims related to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. This is a common disorder for individuals who have been involved in combat, who have suffered physical or sexual abuse, or other traumatic events. If you have experienced a traumatic event and are affected by PTSD, please contact our offices. If you are unable to work due to mental illness and wish to pursue obtaining Social Security Disability Benefits or SSI benefits, please contact our law office.

For more information about our services, or to speak with a Social Security Disability attorney regarding your case, please contact Berger and Green 877-456-4251.

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