Your Disability
Compassionate Representation for All Disabling Conditions
Binder & Binder® Can Help
If you have a disability and the prognosis is that your disability is expected to last a year or more (or one that has already lasted that long) and your doctor says you cannot work anymore, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. And Binder & Binder® can help.
Our advocates represent tens of thousands of people each year throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and all U.S. territories. The people we help are affected by many different types of accidents, injuries, and medical conditions that prevent them from working. If you're suffering from a disabling condition, contact us to talk about getting the benefits you need.
Understanding Disability Eligibility
The Social Security Administration evaluates disability claims based on specific criteria. To qualify for benefits, your condition must:
Prevent you from performing substantial gainful activity (work)
Be expected to last at least 12 months or result in death
Be medically documented with clinical findings, test results, and treatment records
While the SSA maintains a "Listing of Impairments" that outlines conditions that may qualify for disability benefits, you don't need to have a condition on this list to be approved. What matters most is how your condition limits your ability to work, regardless of the specific diagnosis.
Our Expertise Across All Disabling Conditions
At Binder & Binder®, we have successfully represented clients with virtually every type of disabling condition. Our extensive experience allows us to develop effective strategies tailored to your specific medical situation. Below are some of the many conditions we regularly handle, with specialized advocacy approaches for each:
Asthma
Asthma can make it difficult to breathe, particularly during exertion or exposure to triggers, which can limit your ability to work.
Back Injury
Chronic or traumatic back injuries can cause severe pain and mobility issues, often preventing long-term employment.
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder causes extreme mood swings that can disrupt daily functioning and make it difficult to maintain steady work.
Blindness
Severe vision loss or blindness can interfere with your ability to perform work tasks and safely navigate daily life.
Blood Disorders
Chronic blood disorders can cause fatigue, weakness, and other complications that impair your ability to work full-time.
Broken Arm
Even temporary conditions like a broken arm may qualify if they significantly limit your work capacity for 12 months or longer.
Cancer
A cancer diagnosis and the impact of treatment can severely impair your ability to maintain regular employment.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Nerve compression in the wrist can limit hand use, making many work tasks painful or impossible.
Chronic Pain
Ongoing pain, regardless of origin, can prevent you from sitting, standing, or concentrating long enough to maintain employment.
COVID-19
Long COVID symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, and respiratory issues can qualify as a disabling condition.
Diabetes
Diabetes can lead to complications like neuropathy or vision loss that make it difficult to sustain full-time employment.
Fibromyalgia
Widespread pain and fatigue from fibromyalgia can impact your stamina and ability to complete daily tasks or work.
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Chronic stomach and intestinal conditions can cause frequent, unpredictable symptoms that limit daily functioning.
Heart Disease
Cardiovascular conditions can severely limit physical exertion, focus, and endurance in the workplace.
Hepatitis
Chronic hepatitis and its complications can leave you feeling too fatigued or sick to reliably work.
Hip Injury
Injuries to the hip may affect your ability to stand, walk, or perform physical labor, even after treatment.
Insomnia
Chronic insomnia can lead to severe fatigue and cognitive impairment, making concentration and productivity difficult.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
IBS symptoms like urgent bowel movements and abdominal pain can be disabling and disruptive to a work routine.
Kidney Failure
Renal failure typically requires dialysis and can lead to complications that prevent full-time employment.
Knee Injury
Injuries or degeneration of the knee can result in chronic pain and immobility, impacting your ability to work.
Liver Disease
Liver disease can cause extreme fatigue, cognitive decline, and other symptoms that impair work capacity.
Lupus
Lupus is an autoimmune condition that can affect multiple systems, leading to severe pain, fatigue, and dysfunction.
Major Depressive Disorde
Clinical depression can interfere with concentration, motivation, and social functioning, making work unsustainable.
Mental Health Disorders
Various psychiatric and psychological conditions can prevent you from maintaining employment due to cognitive or behavioral impairments.
Migraines and Headaches
Severe, frequent migraines can cause debilitating pain, light sensitivity, and nausea that impair job performance.
Multiple Sclerosis
MS is a progressive neurological disease that affects motor skills, balance, energy, and cognitive function.
Neurological Disorders
From seizures to neuropathy, neurological conditions can impact your body’s ability to move, process information, or remain alert.
Orthopedic Injuries
Bone, joint, and tendon injuries can cause chronic pain or limited range of motion, reducing your work capacity.
PTSD
Post-traumatic stress can cause anxiety, flashbacks, and avoidance behaviors that interfere with job performance.
Pulmonary Disorders
Breathing disorders like COPD and asthma can limit exertion and make full-time work unsustainable.
Renal Failure
Advanced kidney disease can cause fatigue, swelling, and cognitive issues, making it difficult to work.
Seizure Disorder
Seizures can be dangerous and unpredictable, putting safety and job reliability at risk.
Sleep Disorders
Conditions like sleep apnea or chronic insomnia can impair focus and stamina, undermining job performance.
Stomach & Intestine Disorders
These conditions can involve pain, urgency, and nutritional problems, significantly interfering with work life.
The Binder & Binder® Advantage for Your Specific Condition
No matter what condition you're suffering from, our approach is thorough and personalized:
We take time to understand your specific symptoms and limitations
We know what medical evidence is most persuasive for your particular condition
We communicate effectively with your healthcare providers to obtain optimal documentation
We prepare you for questions specific to your condition that may arise during the application process
We stay current with SSA's evolving policies regarding all types of medical conditions
Begin Your Journey to Benefits Today
Living with a disability is challenging enough without having to navigate the complex Social Security system alone. Let our experienced advocates help you through this process, regardless of your specific condition.
Contact us today at 1-800-66-BINDER (1-800-662-4633) or complete our online form to schedule a free consultation. Remember our promise: "We'll deal with the government. You have enough to worry about."
Binder & Binder® - America's Most Successful Social Security Disability Advocates®