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Generally speaking and generally defined, a disability is a mental or physical impairment that limits peoples’ daily activities – such as the ability to work, move, or sense the world around them. However, because the Social Security Administration (SSA) only allots total, long-term disability benefits to those unable to work, their definition of disability must be stricter.
According to the SSA, having a disability means:
Having a mental or physical health condition that will either last for longer than one year or that will result in death.
Having a health condition that does not allow you to work at your current or past job.
Having a health condition that does not allow you to engage in any Sustainable Gainful Activity.
Even if you know that you are disabled and cannot work, you must still prove to the SSA that your condition falls under their strict definition of disability. You can accomplish this through presenting your medical records and other evidence during the application process.
Do you need assistance proving your disability and receiving Social Security disability benefits? Call our Houston disability benefits attorneys today to schedule a no-obligation consultation.
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