Disability Benefits Blog
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Handicap Permits – Do They Improve Your Chances for Disability Benefits?
Read Time: 4 Minutes As Social Security investigates your potential disability, they will be looking for any clues that hint

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
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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