Conditions That May Qualify for Disability Benefits
Mental Health Conditions
Depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and schizophrenia can qualify when they seriously limit your ability to concentrate, interact with others, or keep a consistent work routine. Ongoing records from a psychiatrist or therapist are key.
Chronic Pain and Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia, complex regional pain syndrome, and other chronic-pain conditions are approvable, but because they do not always appear on imaging, detailed treatment notes and documented functional limits matter most.
Autoimmune Disorders
Lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and similar conditions often qualify under the SSA listings when they cause fatigue, joint damage, or organ involvement that limits daily activity.
Back, Spine, and Musculoskeletal Conditions
Degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, and severe arthritis are among the most common disability claims. MRIs plus documented limits on standing, walking, lifting, and sitting strengthen these cases.
Heart and Cardiovascular Conditions
Congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, and other cardiac conditions can qualify when they limit your capacity for exertion, supported by results like ejection fraction or stress tests.
Cancer
Some aggressive cancers qualify quickly under the SSA Compassionate Allowances program; others qualify based on the effects of the disease and its treatment.
Neurological Conditions
Epilepsy, neuropathy, Parkinson’s disease, and traumatic brain injury may qualify when they cause seizures, loss of function, or cognitive limits that interfere with work.
Conditions We Commonly Handle
We Represent Clients with a Wide Range of Physical, Mental, and Chronic Health Disabilities. We Understand Your Condition And We Know How to Win Your Case
No two disabilities are exactly alike, but the stress of being unable to work, support yourself, or navigate the Social Security system is something many clients share. At Liner Legal, we understand both the medical realities and the legal complexities of disability claims, and we’re here to help you through it all.
We represent clients nationwide with a wide range of physical, mental, and chronic health conditions. Whether you’re just starting your claim or appealing a denial, our team of experienced disability attorneys and advocates will fight to get the benefits you deserve.
We support Social Security Disability (SSDI and SSI) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) claims for a broad range of diagnoses.
Mental Health Conditions
Many mental health conditions are disabling even if they aren't always visible. We handle claims for:
- Depression
- Anxiety Disorders & Panic Attacks
- Bipolar Disorder
- PTSD
- OCD
- Schizophrenia
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Severe ADHD
We help build strong cases with medical evidence, therapist input, and functional limitations.
Muscular & Orthopedic Disorders
If you're living with chronic pain or mobility issues, you're not alone and you don’t have to fight the SSA alone either.
- Scoliosis
- Herniated Discs
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Fibromyalgia
- Arthritis (Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis)
- Chronic Back, Hip, and Joint Pain
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Autoimmune & Inflammatory Conditions
These conditions may flare or remain invisible but their impact is very real.
- Lupus
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s, Colitis)
- Long COVID
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME)
- Diabetes (Type 1 & 2 with complications)
- HIV/AIDS
- Cancer (during or after treatment)
Neurological Impairments
Neurological conditions often come with unpredictable symptoms, but they still qualify for benefits.
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Neuropathy
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Cerebral Palsy
- Migraines & Chronic Headaches
Cardiac & Respiratory Conditions
Breathing and circulation disorders can severely impact your ability to work or care for yourself.
- Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Asthma (severe)
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Sleep Apnea (when tied to daytime fatigue or cognitive limitations)
Vision & Sensory Impairments
- Legal Blindness
- Severe Vision Loss
- Hearing Loss & Deafness
- Dual Sensory Impairments
We’ve also handled deaf discrimination cases and understand ADA protections.
Child Disability Cases (SSI)
We handle child SSI claims for physical, developmental, or intellectual disabilities, including:
- Autism
- Down Syndrome
- Seizure Disorders
- ADHD (severe)
- Learning Disabilities
- Cerebral Palsy
- Developmental Delays