City where case heard: Ocala
State: FL
Case Type: SSI Disability and SSD Disability

How Social Security disability attorneys at Berry & Associates helped win this Diabetes Mellitus Social Security Disability case

Abstract of the Social Security Disability Case:
Our client was a 46-year old woman with a work history consisting primarily of sedentary and light, semi-skilled and skilled jobs.

Medical Impairment of the Claimant:
Her disability stemmed from her Diabetes Mellitus causing retinopathy, kidney disease and neuropathy in her extremities. Moreover, she has bilateral leg edema and fibromyalgia.

What level did the claimant win Social Security disability benefits?
At a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ)

How did the Social Security Lawyers of Berry & Associates help the claimant win disability benefits?
Berry & Associates has significant experience with Diabetes Mellitus cases. We know that the manifestations of this disease can preclude any type of work. From the beginning, we counseled our client to make sure her doctors were documenting the pain her upper and lower extremities, widespread body pain and fatigue. Through testimony the claimant explained that she elevates her legs daily, at least 4 hours out of an 8-hour day. Also, she experiences extreme fatigue as a side effect from her daily narcotic pain medication regimen.

Recommendations for others with Diabetes Mellitus that might be eligible for Social Security Disability?
It is important to point out that this is a brief synopsis of what was a complex disability issue. Like all Social Security Disability Cases, there was a lot on the line. If you have a case similar to this one, make sure you and your doctors are documenting your condition and limitations and make you're your Social Security Disability attorney has access to these records.