Legal Question in Social Security Law in Florida

Dissability claim for bipolar/severe anxiety dissorder

I am 26 and have been dealing and struggling with severe anxiety/Bipolar disorder for the past 5 years.

I was agoraphobic for 1 year, until I sought out professional help. I have been prescribed several different medications over the last 4 years and I am currentyl taking 4 to help stabilize my condition. As the years went by my condition has not seemed to get any better.

I have not been able to keep a job or go to school, due to my illness. I am looking desperately for advice on how to file a disability claim with social security, which was recommended by my physician. If you could please inform me of what steps to take, I would be greatfull !

Thank you


Asked on 11/20/02, 1:24 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Laurie Anton Laurie H. Anton, Esquire

Re: Dissability claim for bipolar/severe anxiety dissorder

There are several helpful publications and guides on the Social Security Administration's Website, which is http://www.ssa.gov/. Depending upon what area you live in you might want to call your local bar association, and see if they can refer you to a local attorney who specializes in Social Security Law. If that does not help, you might try the State of Florida Bar's website which is

http://www.flabar.org/. Hope that is helpful.

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Answered on 11/20/02, 1:37 pm
Michael Tobin Michael M. Tobin, P.A.

Re: Dissability claim for bipolar/severe anxiety dissorder

Simply call or visit your local SS office. You will find them very helpful. If you are turned down then you can use an attorney to appeal.

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Answered on 11/20/02, 1:56 pm


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