Re; off topic, disclosure question

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Connie, Mobility restrictions do indeed result in physical disability, but they are far from the only basis for a disability finding, even under fairly restrictive laws such as the Social Security Act. . Physical side effects from medication (for example, being nauseated), visual loss, hearing loss, chronic fatigue, chronic pain, etc etc can all be disabling even though they may not affect one's mobility. I think you're correct that the issue in the original question had to do with physical disabilities that might overlap with claimed injuries from this person's auto accident, but those overlaps could involve a wide range of possibilties from other, pre-existing conditions (e.g. a condition that was already causing pain - for example, HIV related neuropathy). I agree with JB's advice - one should resolve important legal questions with one's lawyer. Those discussions should remain confidential so disclosure

really shouldn't be an issue. Tom in MO Original message: Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2005 18:15:08 -0800 Subject: Re: off topic. disclosure question, being sick is not a Physical Disability. That would involve the needof a device to help mobility like a cane or wheelchair. HIV has absolutelyno bearing on an automobile accident case, unless he was too sick, weak, orunder the influence of medication that might have affected his ability torespond while driving. Although HIV, at advanced stages, is considered adisability for the purpose of getting benefits and employment protection,HIV is not considered a physical disability unless it causes you to

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