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Long Term Disability for Neurological Disorders

Disorders which affect the nervous system, spinal cord, and brain are known as neurological disorders. The effects of some of these disorders may be mild, yet others may be so severe that they leave one disabled. Essential tasks like speech, movement, breathing, mood, and memory might be affected by neurological disorders, making Social Security Disability Insurance benefits a necessity for those who are unable to work.

If a neurological disorder is affecting you or someone you love in such a way as to require SSDI, having a skilled and experienced attorney on your side is essential. The Indiana long-term disability lawyers of the Charles D. Hankey Law Office, P.C., will work with you to help you understand the process of applying for disability benefits, and to help you get you the benefits you need. Contact us by calling 317-634-8565 to speak with an experienced attorney about your situation.

Qualifying Neurological Disorders

There are currently over 600 known types of neurological disorders. Some of the most common disorders that qualify for long-term disability benefits include:

  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Seizure Disorder
  • Parkinson’s Disease
  • Myasthenia Gravis
  • Stroke (Cerebrovascular Accident)
  • Neuropathy
  • Syringomyelia
  • Cerebral Palsy

Having any of these neurological disorders or others which significantly affect your ability to perform work-related tasks may qualify you to receive long-term disability benefits.

Contact Us

If a neurological disorder is affecting your ability to maintain a living, obtaining SSDI benefits can make a substantial difference. Contact the Indiana long-term disability attorneys of the Charles D. Hankey Law Office, P.C., at 317-634-8565 today.