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What is “Long COVID” and Could You Earn Disability Benefits?
The COVID-19 pandemic has reached nearly every corner of the world, and its effects on our daily lives have been

How to Document PTSD Symptoms to Earn Disability Benefits
Did you know that PTSD was originally referred to as “shell shock” during World War I, and “combat fatigue” during

Getting Approved: It’s Not the Luck of the Irish, & It’s No Pot of Gold
As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, I’m reminded of the many disability applicants who are convinced that good fortune alone will

What to Do if Your Disability Status is Being Audited
Tax season strikes fear in many of us. We can be as organized and ready as ever, but the lurking

How to Get an Emotional Support Animal & Their Affects on Your Disability Claim
Time to Read: 3 Minutes It’s important to note that an emotional support animal is not the same as a

5 FREE Resources for People with Disabilities
Time to Read: 4 minutes There are many assistance programs for people struggling with a disability–especially if your health has
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...
Read MoreWill My SSDI Appeal Be Threatened By My Past Denial Decision?
Read Time: 3 Minutes. Will Your Previous Denial Be Used Against You? When the Social Security Administration decides on your disability case, that decision is final unless successfully...
Read MoreNEW for 2024- Rule for Past Relevant Work & Disability Claims: What You Need to Know
Past Relevant Work: This includes most work that you have done in your career. It must be substantial, gainful, and that you performed long enough for you to...
Read MoreDon’t Let Memorial Day Impact Your Disability Claim!
Read Time: 5 Minutes. Memorial Day is coming up: the official “kick off” to summer. Back when you were healthy, the norm was to go to the river,...
Read MoreThe 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...
Read MoreWhat 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! ...
Read MoreDisability 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,...
Read MoreCan 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...
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