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The Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes that mental disorders can be just as disabling as physical conditions. Getting approved for benefits, though, means meeting specific medical and functional criteria that requires more than just having a diagnosis. The attorneys at The Keener Law Firm understand how to build strong disability cases for clients with mental

Rheumatoid arthritis doesn’t just hurt. It invades every corner of your life, turning routine movements into deliberate decisions. You might grip a coffee mug differently, avoid certain tasks at work, or notice your productivity slipping as inflammation flares. When these physical limitations interfere with your livelihood, Social Security Disability benefits can provide the financial relief

Yes, the Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes bipolar disorder as a legitimate disability and approves benefits for those whose condition is severe enough to meet the program’s requirements. Living with bipolar disorder means dealing with extreme mood swings that can make holding down a job feel impossible. When depressive episodes drain your energy and motivation

Being out of work and dealing with a serious health condition creates a stress and uncertainty. You need income to survive, but your medical issues prevent you from holding down a job. Many people assume that unemployment disqualifies them from receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, but this isn’t true. The reality is more

Your group’s disability benefits may be completely tax-free or fully taxable depending on who paid the premiums and how those payments were structured. At The Keener Law Firm, we’ve helped countless clients understand the complex intersection between disability benefits and tax obligations over our decades of practice. Many people discover too late that their disability

The Social Security Fairness Act (SSFA) took effect the day it was enacted, on January 5, 2025. However, the law covers 2024 retroactively. The new law immediately began changing how public sector workers receive their Social Security benefits. Starting February 25, 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) began adjusting monthly benefit payments to people whose

When your Social Security disability hearing approaches, should your attorney prepare you for what to expect? The answer should be an emphatic yes. Proper preparation for your disability hearing isn’t just helpful; it’s essential to present your case effectively before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). Understanding Legal Preparation vs. Coaching The word “coaching” sometimes carries

Getting Social Security disability benefits for heart conditions can be complex, but it’s absolutely possible when you have the right medical evidence and legal representation. Heart problems rank among the most common reasons people file for disability benefits, affecting millions of Americans who can no longer maintain steady work due to cardiovascular limitations. The Keener