QUESTION
Do I have a chance of getting disability if I have bi-polar disorder?
Asked on Jul 25th, 2012 on Personal Injury - New Jersey
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As of March this year it has made me lose my job. I am having a hard time leaving my house without severe panic attacks. Do I have a chance of getting disability?
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Yes.
Answered on May 29th, 2013 at 12:54 AM
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Yes. See a Social Security Disability lawyer.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:05 AM
Ronald A. Steinberg
Which one of you is asking? If a competent doctor will write a report that ties together your mental/emotional problems, then perhaps.
It is my understanding that bipolar disorder can be treated with medication that helps to regulate the mood swings. If you respond to the medication, then you would not be eligible for disability.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:05 AM
You'll only know when you file a disability claim with the state. No lawyer can answer your question.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:04 AM
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Melvin G. Franke
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Yes. The condition has to be so disabling that even with medication and treatment you cannot hold a job anywhere
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:04 AM
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Always a medical question. What does your doctor say? You have to be totally disabled.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:03 AM
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Yes, you have a chance at getting disability . However, I'd consult a local Social Security attorney as soon as possible.
Your treating physician may have worked with someone in the past that they consider competent to handle SSDI claims.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:03 AM
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Perhaps. I would have to have many, many more details in order to form a firm opinion. Please call my office for am appointment.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:03 AM
You should consult with a lawyer who handles medical disability matters. Any alleged disability claim, physical or mental, should be proved through medical documentation and testimony.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:02 AM
You may qualify for social security disability. I would be happy to make you an appointment if you wish.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:02 AM
Dennis P. Mikko
You would have a chance of obtaining disability if your doctor were to be able to state that because of your bi-polar disorder you are unable to perform any work.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:02 AM
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Yes, though it can be more difficult. You need a doctor that supports the fact that the disorder keeps you from being employable. Contact an attorney that does disability work to help you determine if you are a good candidate or not.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:02 AM
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Yes, you have a chance. I would need more information to tell you how good a chance. You should consult an attorney for and evaluation of whether you have a valid claim (I would be happy to evaluate it over the phone).
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:02 AM
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Medically yes. Many people suffering from a psychiatric disorder are denied benefits and you should seek legal assistance if you are denied.
The other concern would be if you are medically compliant with the advice of your physician. Are you taking the meds that are prescribed in the proper dosages?
If the answer this question is yes and you are still unable to work, you may well qualify under the Social Security regulations.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:01 AM
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Yes. You need to find a competent lawyer who handles those cases. With the proper proof you may get disability.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:01 AM
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Yes. But we must have all available medical records on file with Soc. Sec Adm. in order to have a shot at it.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:01 AM
Bruce Arthur Plesser
Yes, you can qualify for disability.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 11:00 AM
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Lee Law Group DUI & Criminal Attorneys
Friend, You have a very good chance if you are under a doctors are or can get a doctor to diagnose you s having this disease. File for disability through your prior employer. He should have a person or department that will assist. If not go through your state's disability program dept.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2012 at 10:27 AM
Insurance / Bad Faith Attorney serving Newport Beach, CA
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Winthrop Law Group, P.C.
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Depending on the circumstances, you may have a good chance of getting disability, depending on the available benefits based on the insurance policy either you or you company has.
Answered on Aug 06th, 2012 at 6:00 PM
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Yes you do have a chance, but you will need your doctor to say in writing that it is debilitating enough to keep you out of work.
Answered on Aug 06th, 2012 at 2:59 PM