Top 3 Social Security Disability Rules | A Disability Advocate’s Rulebook
Are you thinking about applying for Social Security Disability or have you faced a denial in the past? You’re in the perfect spot! Taking the step to apply for disability is a monumental decision that deserves careful consideration and thorough research. Give yourself the best chance for success—explore your options and understand the process fully before you proceed.
The Importance of Checking Your Work and Earnings History Through My SSA
Your work and earnings history play a crucial role in determining your eligibility and the amount of benefits you receive from Social Security. Yet, how often do you think about reviewing these records? With the implementation of the My SSA online portal, checking your work records has become easier than ever, but it’s a step […]
Navigating Social Security Disability Hearings: In-Person, Video, and Phone Options Explained
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed so many parts of our daily lives, including Social Security Disability hearings with administrative law judges. There have been a few updates to how these hearings work, and I’m here to walk you through them. Related Article: Disability Benefits for Flu & COVID Complications In-Person Social Security Disability Hearings: Pre-Covid: […]
The Vocational Guy Said I CAN Work. What Should I Do??
Jump To: Step-by-Step Guide to Handling Vocational Expert Testimony During a Disability Hearing When Age Becomes a Factor What Are Vocational Skills? How They Evaluate Your Education Does the Vocational Expert Have the Final Say? Medical Records & Disability Claims Here’s How We Can Help Don’t panic!! The vocational expert is only a witness in […]
What Does “ADL” Mean & Why is an ADL Form Important?
Time to Read: 3 minutes Jump to Section: Why ADL forms are important Should I do an ADL form myself? How our disability representative can help you! So what does “ADL” stand for and what does ADL include? Should I do ADL forms myself, or should I have a disability representative help me? How […]
Disability Benefits for Flu & COVID Complications
Read Time: 4 Minutes. Complications from COVID and flu-like symptoms, for some, have proved hard to resolve and treat. As a result, these conditions can, in some cases, permanently impact your health. In severe cases, some people have experienced a domino effect of symptoms leading up to multi-organ failure 😷 However, getting approved for disability […]
Can the Ghosts of Past Applications HAUNT Your New Claim? 👻
Read Time: 4 Minutes. My clients often recount tales of extreme anxiety and exhaustion in their past attempts to get approval for disability benefits. It’s no surprise, considering the denial rates for initial claims are shockingly high – usually around 67%. Unfortunately, this scares many of those who are truly disabled from pursuing benefits further. […]
I’m Returning to School: Will It Hurt My Disability Benefit Claim?
Read Time: 4 Minutes School looks like work in many respects. The ability to sit in class, sustain attention, concentrate, focus, and persist on-task are all aptitudes required of most occupations. From the Social Security Administration’s perspective: if you can pay attention in class and receive a passing grade, then why can’t you do something […]
Will Assistive Devices (Like Canes & Wheelchairs) Help My Disability Case?
From wheelchairs to hearing aids, assistive devices can be an invaluable asset in the fight for disability benefits. But what can you do if your application is denied? Let’s explore how assistive devices can help you prove your case and get the help you need. Was The Assistive Device Prescribed? The SSA has very clear […]
TOP 4 REASONS the SSA Will Deny Your Disability Claim
Read Time: 5 Minutes As a disability representative, I’ve seen a lot of shocking and unpredictable reasons why a claim might be denied. But I’ve also seen THOUSANDS of preventable mistakes. In particular, there are four major problems that come up time and time again. Let’s dig in so we can get YOUR application off […]