What Neck Conditions Qualify for Disability Benefits?

Neck pain can sneak into every part of your day, from turning your head to lifting a bag of groceries. If it keeps you from working, you might wonder whether Social Security Disability benefits are an option. At Burgess & Christensen, we have spent more than 40 years helping people in Georgia and across the…

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Can You Receive Disability Benefits for Hearing Loss?

Hearing loss can touch every part of daily life, from safety at work to simple conversations with family. When hearing changes keep you from doing your job, the stress piles up fast. At Burgess & Christensen, we have helped people across Georgia with Social Security Disability claims for decades, and we understand how tough this…

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Questions a Disability Judge May Ask at Your Hearing

Getting a hearing notice can bring a rush of anxiety. You may wonder what the judge will ask, how formal the process is, and whether you will say the right things. Knowing what to expect can ease much of that stress. For more than 40 years, Burgess & Christensen has guided people in Georgia and…

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Can You Qualify for SSDI With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?

Living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome can make even basic tasks feel overwhelming. When even basic tasks wipe you out, steady work falls out of reach, and that is scary. At Burgess & Christensen, we have helped people across Georgia with Social Security Disability claims for more than 40 years, and we know how tough these…

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What Assets Can You Own While on Social Security Disability?

Some people worry that owning a home or land might affect their eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). At Burgess & Christensen, we have over 40 years of experience in Social Security Disability matters. We want to ease your concern by explaining what counts toward SSI resource limits. This article is for general education only—please…

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When to Get a Social Security Disability Attorney Involved

Applying for Social Security Disability can be stressful, especially when your health is your first priority. Many people run into obstacles and end up confused by the paperwork or unsure where to begin. At Burgess & Christensen, we’ve supported individuals for more than four decades, and our Dedication remains as strong now as it was…

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Guardianship vs. Power of Attorney in Georgia: Choosing the Right Path

At Burgess & Christensen, we have supported families for over four decades, providing compassionate and focused legal guidance. Our team, led by attorney Anjel Burgess, specializes in Social Security Disability and adult guardianship matters. This overview is designed to help you evaluate whether a power of attorney or guardianship offers the best protection for you…

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Is It Harder to Get SSI or SSDI? Key Differences in Approval

Financial pressure can build quickly when a medical condition stops you from working. That first missed paycheck in Georgia (is this here for keyword purposes? If not, I’d rather delete “in Georgia”)often leads to urgent questions about how to keep going. At Burgess & Christensen, we’ve spent over 40 years helping individuals navigate Social Security…

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Benefits of a Special Needs Trust In Georgia

Burgess & Christensen is committed to securing positive outcomes for those facing legal challenges in Social Security Disability and adult guardianship matters. Our team has worked hard to earn the trust of many families across Georgia. Today, we want to discuss how a Special Needs Trust (SNT) can help protect the future of individuals with…

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7 Reasons SSI Claims Get Denied and How to Avoid Them

Being denied Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can feel like hitting a wall, especially when you’re counting on that support to cover basic needs. Unfortunately, many claims are denied every year, often for avoidable reasons. At Burgess & Christensen, we’ve spent more than 40 years helping people work with the Social Security system. We’ve seen the…

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