Brooklyn Social Security Disability Claims Attorneys
If you are unable to work due to complications from obesity, you may be eligible to receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. While obesity is not currently listed on the Social Security Administration's list of impairments, it may cause or compound several health problems, thus impairing your ability to work.
To obtain SSDI benefits, you must have a qualifying disability, which includes any physical or mental impairment, or a combination of the two, that is expected to significantly impair your ability to work for at least 12 months (or which may cause death). When you file your SSDI application or appeal, consideration must be given to the cumulative effect of any physical and/or mental impairments on your ability to maintain gainful employment.
Obesity in Combination With Other Impairments
Unfortunately, obesity is a serious medical condition which may significantly impact a person's health in many ways. For example:
- Obesity may contribute to high blood pressure.
- Obesity may contribute to back and knee problems.
- Obesity may increase the severity of asthma symptoms.
- Obesity may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
- Obesity may impact an individual's ability to move, bend or perform other work tasks.
If you are suffering from obesity and it has impacted your ability to work, let us review the facts of your case and provide you with a candid assessment of your chances for obtaining SSDI benefits. Since we have handled hundreds of SSDI cases, we can help you make an informed decision about your case. If you decide to file for benefits, we can assist with your application. If your application has been denied, we have a strong record of success in SSDI appeals.
Contact Us
To speak with a New York City obesity disability claims lawyer at our firm, call 212-964-9292 or contact us by e-mail. We offer a free consultation and charge no fees unless we recover benefits for you.
