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If you cannot work because of lasting effects from a stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA), you may qualify for benefits from the Social Security Disability Administration. A Johnstown stroke and TIA disability lawyer from our team can help you file your claim or fight a denial.
At Berger and Green Attorneys, our experienced Social Security Disability attorneys have evaluated thousands of cases for individuals over the last 40+ years. We understand what makes an effective claim for brain disorder benefits. Contact us today for a free consultation with our team.
If you suffered a stroke or TIA and now cannot work, you could qualify for disability benefits from Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The Social Security Administration (SSA) requires claimants to prove that their disabilities are so significant that they cannot work.
Our Johnstown stroke and TIA disability attorneys understand how frustrating it can be to be out of work and unable to return because of your health. We are here to help you prepare the paperwork, file your claim, and fight for the compensation you need.
The SSA publishes a list of impairments that could cause disabilities. This is known as the Blue Book. The Blue Book has an entry that specifically addresses disabilities linked to strokes and TIA under 11.04, Vascular insult to the brain. This entry outlines the lasting impairments or symptoms that must be clearly documented in your medical records for you to be approved for disability benefits. This could include:
The SSA provides a list of evidentiary requirements showing what documentation you must have to show you have the limitations included in the Blue Book. Most center on your diagnosis, medical treatment and response, and other key information in your medical records.
You could still qualify for benefits even if you do not have the lasting issues listed in The Blue Book. This will rely on your residual functional capacity (RFC) assessment, which shows your remaining ability to work your job or any other job you might qualify for.
When you suffer a stroke or TIA, the lasting physical and cognitive effects can make it difficult or impossible to return to the workforce. While most TIAs are temporary, strokes often cause long-term impairments. Some possible lasting effects include:
While rehabilitation and therapies—including physical, occupational, and speech therapy—help many people recover significantly, a full recovery is not always possible. Blood thinners and other medications to prevent future strokes and TIAs could also have side effects that affect the ability to work some jobs.
Whether you can return to work after a stroke or TIA will depend on many factors, including your lasting impairments and your previous job. It may be difficult to heal enough to return to jobs that require physical strength, coordination, or clear communication. It may also be difficult for many stroke survivors to manage complex tasks or focus on cognitively challenging jobs. Those who can work may struggle to work long hours or consecutive days. Our Johnstown stroke and TIA disability attorneys can help you pursue the benefits you deserve.
At Berger and Green, our attorneys have over 40 years of experience representing clients and helping them fight for the compensation they need. This includes evaluating thousands of Social Security Disability claims.
We can help you apply for SSDI or SSI, including helping you understand which program is best for you and preparing your claim. We can ensure your paperwork includes the necessary information to contact your medical care providers, which is essential for them to properly assess your claim and approve you for benefits. We will also file an appeal if the SSA denies your claim.
Our team does not ask you to pay any upfront lawyer fees. Our stroke and TIA disability lawyers in Johnstown work based on contingency and only get paid after we secure the benefits you need.
At Berger and Green, we guide our clients through every step of the Social Security Disability claims process. This includes:
We prepare and file the disability claim, ensuring all information is correct and the SSA has access to the client’s medical records and related evidence.
When a denial occurs, we file an appeal for our client. The first step in the appeals process is reconsideration.
During reconsideration, the SSA reviews the claim and supporting documents.
A hearing with an Administrative Law Judge is the next step in the appeals process. This can be done by phone, video call, or in person. We represent our client in these hearings, and it may be possible to get the denial overturned during this hearing.
If necessary, we can continue the appeals process at District Court or Federal Court.
Berger and Green provides a free consultation for clients hoping to receive Social Security Disability benefits based on their history of stroke or TIA. A Johnstown stroke and TIA disability lawyer from our team can help you understand your options and file your claim. Contact us today to get started.