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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?

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

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

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,

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

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
Social Security Disability for Chronic Pain: Building a Credible Claim
Chronic pain is one of the most challenging conditions to prove to Social Security. I’m going to be upfront about why: pain is invisible. There’s no blood test...
Read MoreHow to Talk to Your Doctor About Your Disability Claim
I’m going to share something that might sound harsh: the way most people talk to their doctors is sabotaging their disability claims. Here’s what I mean. You go...
Read MoreThe Complete Guide to Your First Social Security Disability Application
If you’re reading this, you’ve probably reached a point where working full-time just isn’t possible anymore. Starting the disability application process feels overwhelming for just about everyone. The...
Read MoreUnderstanding ADL Forms: Your Secret Weapon for a Stronger Disability Claim
If you’re applying for Social Security Disability benefits, you’ve probably heard about ADL forms. But what exactly are they, and why do disability representatives like myself keep emphasizing...
Read MoreThe 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...
Read MoreNavigating 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...
Read MoreWho Is Eligible For Increased SSA Benefits Under The Social Security Fairness Act
After nearly a forty-year struggle, Congress has acted to remove offsets that reduced disability and retirement pay for government employees and teachers by passing The Social Security Fairness...
Read MoreTop 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...
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