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Quin Baker is a social security disability firm in Pensacola, Florida and serving surrounding areas. Filing a Social Security claim is a complicated and time-consuming process. If you make even a minor mistake, your claim could be rejected. Take the weight off of your shoulders by calling Quin Baker today.
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Medical Records Needed When Applying for SSD Benefits
/by Baker & BakerNavigating the maze of SSD benefits is stressful, time-consuming, and often fruitless. Your medical records are a key part of tapping into the benefits you are entitled to, but if you don’t know which medical records you need, you could be left submitting random documents until you find the right combination. That’s one of the […]
Can Individuals with Schizophrenia Qualify for SSD?
/by Baker & BakerWhen people think about disability benefits, they tend to think about diagnoses that cause physical limitations. However, mental health issues can just as easily derail your career and leave you unable to work. Schizophrenia, which presents in a variety of ways for different people, has a profoundly negative impact on many people’s careers. If you’ve […]
Getting Social Security Disability for Bone Fractures
/by Baker & BakerIf you’ve suffered a severe bone break as the result of an accident, work injury, or another incident, you may be expecting an easy recovery. What happens if you don’t recover quickly and instead find yourself unable to work months or years after the accident? If you are injured severely enough to be unable to […]
SSD for Congestive Heart Failure
/by Baker & BakerHeart disease is the most common cause of death in the United States. Congestive heart failure is a serious health problem that occurs when the heart doesn’t pump blood efficiently enough. As a result, blood starts to back up in the body. It’s common for the lungs to fill with fluid, making breathing difficult and […]
SSD for Bipolar Disorder
/by Baker & Baker PLLCBipolar disorder, marked by extreme highs and lows in mood, can be very difficult to live with. Maintaining a job while navigating manic episodes and depressive spells is challenging, particularly when therapy and medication are unsuccessful at managing bipolar symptoms. Since bipolar disorder can profoundly impact every area of your life, many wonder if it […]
How Long Does It Take to Get Social Security Disability?
/by Baker & Baker PLLCYou have made the decision to apply for Social Security disability benefits. Now you’re wondering how long you have to wait for a decision. This can be a stressful time, especially if you are counting on disability benefits to provide for your family and meet your obligations. Learning more about the timeline and how you […]
How Social Media Activity Can Impact Your Social Security Disability Claim
/by Baker & Baker PLLCYou use social media to stay connected to loved ones, meet new friends, and be involved with your community. Social media is a huge part of connecting with others in this day and age, and it’s even more important for disabled individuals who may not have the ability to participate in physical meetups and events. […]
Considerations When Applying for Social Security Disability for PTSD
/by Baker & Baker PLLCPeople with PTSD may qualify for Social Security disability benefits, but they are often discouraged from doing so because of the reputation the SSA has. It’s widely known that most SSDI applications get denied the first time around, and there’s a widely held belief that it’s nearly impossible to get benefits for a mental health […]
What You Do in Your Spare Time Matters When Trying to Get Social Security Disability
/by Baker & Baker PLLCWhen you begin your SSDI application, you’re thinking about your work—how many work credits you have, how your disability has affected your work and the loss of your income. But that’s not all the SSA looks at when they process your SSDI application. They’ll look at how you spend every part of your day, not […]
Does Traumatic Brain Injury Qualify for Social Security Disability?
/by Baker & Baker PLLCWhether it’s caused by a car crash, fall, or another type of accident, a traumatic brain injury could impact you for the rest of your life. Outcomes vary widely, due to the brain’s plasticity and overall unpredictability. What happens if a traumatic brain injury affects your ability to work and leaves you unable to provide […]