Melissa Linebaugh
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Melissa Linebaugh graduated with honors from the University of Baltimore School of Law and is a member of the Maryland bar. She has a background in criminal, disability, and family law. Ms. Linebaugh works as a general practitioner.
Articles By Melissa Linebaugh
Getting Disability for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic disease of the intestines that causes abdominal pain and bloating, cramping, gas, constipation, diarrhea and mucus in the stool.
Social Security Benefits for Adult Children With Severe Disabilities
If your adult child is disabled and can't do any significant amount work, he or she may be able to collect Social Security child benefits or SSI disability benefits.
How Much in Social Security Disability Benefits Can You Get?
How much your SSDI (Social Security disability) benefit will be is based on your lifetime earnings. Here's how Social Security calculates your SSDI payment.
How Much Can You Work While Receiving SSI Disability Benefits?
One of the basic requirements for disability benefits is that your medical condition is so severe it prevents you from performing a substantial amount of work.
What Is Substantial Gainful Activity (Work) to Social Security?
Substantial gainful activity is the level of work that a person without a disability can do.
Social Security Disability Benefits for Emphysema
Emphysema that causes poor lung function often qualifies for disability benefits.
Social Security Dependents Benefits for Spouses of Disability Recipients
Your spouse is entitled to a Social Security spousal benefit if he or she is over 62 or cares for your child who is disabled or under 16.
Getting Disability Benefits for Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s disease causes inflammation deep in the layers of the intestinal wall and throughout the gastrointestinal track.
Disability Benefits for the Self-Employed
Can you own or run a small business and collect Social Security disability benefits?
Disability Benefits for Stroke Victims
If you have difficulty communicating or moving your limbs following a stroke, you should qualify for disability benefits.