November 23, 2015
Social Security Disability Lawyers Open Office In South Kingston, RI
The Rhode Island Social Security Disability lawyers at d’Oliveira & Associates have opened a new office that will serve the residents of South Kingstown. Social Security Disability is a government program funded by federal income tax and is designed to pay individuals who cannot work any more because they have become disabled. There is no…
May 28, 2015
Taunton Man Gets Over $41,000 In Past Due Social Security Disability Benefits
Cara Gallucci, a Social Security Disability lawyer at d’Oliveira & Associates, got a Taunton man over $41,000 for his SSDI claim. The man underwent five surgeries to treat severe back pain. In addition, he suffered from knee pain and peripheral neuropathy. Instead of attempting the stressful and difficult task of representing himself, he hired the…
May 26, 2015
Woonsocket Lawyer Gets Woman $13,000 in Social Security Disability Benefits
Attorney Cara Gallucci, a Social Security Disability lawyer at d’Oliveira & Associates, recently got a RI woman $13,000 in back due social security benefits and $1,700 per month going forward. The woman is a mother with a young child and she experiences intense lower back and nerve pain. She has had surgeries on her back,…
May 15, 2015
Social Security Disability Lawyer Gets Taunton Man Over $27,000 in SSD Benefits
Attorney Cara Gallucci, of d’Oliveira & Associates, represented a Taunton man during his case for Social Security Disability benefits. The man developed Fibromyalgia in 2013 after working for many years. He also suffered chronic headaches and severe back pain due to bulging discs in his spine. Rather than attempt the stressful and time consuming task…
May 14, 2015
Filing a Social Security Disability Claim for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition triggered by either witnessing or experiencing a terrifying or traumatic event. Those who have PTSD suffer from severe anxiety, flashbacks, nightmares and uncontrollable thoughts about the traumatic event. Research has shown that unlike simple stress, PTSD tends to change body and brain chemistry. Treatment for PTSD…
April 29, 2015
Disabled Woonsocket Man Receives a $20,000 in Social Security Disability Settlement
Attorney Cara Gallucci, a lawyer at d’Oliveira & Associates, represented a Rhode Island man for his claim for Social Security Disability benefits. The man became disabled in 2011 after having multiple knee surgeries on both knees, severe spinal injuries and a minor heart attack. A subcontractor by trade, the serious injuries left him unable to…
August 23, 2012
Gastrointestinal Disorders and Social Security Disability
Gastrointestinal disorders are those that affect the digestive tract. They are also generally known as digestive diseases. This is a category that can include any disease that affects the gastrointestinal tract, between the esophagus and the rectum. Gastrointestinal disorders require a serious alteration in ones everyday life. Gastrointestinal disorders may also require constant access to…
August 23, 2012
Social Security Disability and Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease is a disorder that the Social Security Administration accepts as a reason for Social Security Disability. It is a disorder that involves the large and small intestines becoming inflamed, which can then cause individuals to suffer from severe pain. Symptoms of this disease can range from mild to painful and can often…
August 23, 2012
Kidney Failure and Social Security Disability
Kidney failure, also known asrenal failure or (formerly) renal insufficiency, is an event that can be life changing. The limited treatment options result in a severe impact on an individual’s ability to continue to perform their previous job. Many patients who are dealing with kidney failure have to go on dialysis and are placed on…
August 14, 2012
Back Injuries and Social Security Disability
Individuals who suffer from many different types of bone or musculoskeletal injuries may have trouble keeping a job that requires activity that could risk aggravating the back injury. These injuries may include pain in the back caused by a trauma or physical stress and become painful and chronic. This pain may also keep you out…