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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

Roy Rickstrew February 22, 2023

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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

Roy Rickstrew February 3, 2023

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

Roy Rickstrew January 25, 2023

Holiday Activities: What You're Doing vs What the SSA Sees

‘Tis the Season to “Over-do” It: Holiday Activities that Can SQUASH Your Disability Claim

Ho-ho-howdy, friends ⛄ Holidays are just around the corner. This could be a big YAY for some and a big

Roy Rickstrew December 7, 2022

How to Get Your Student Loans Forgiven if You Have a Disability

How to Apply for Student Loan Relief if You Have a Disability

Time to Read: 3 minutes I often get asked if an SSA disability approval will help with student loan financial

Roy Rickstrew October 25, 2022

“Can I Work and Get Disability?” What you Need to Know in 2024

Can I Work and Get Disability? Social Security’s disability-based programs are subdivided into two programs. With Social Security Disability Income

Roy Rickstrew August 8, 2022

Social Media & Disability Claims: How Your Online Presence Can Impact the SSA Decision

Read Time: 4 1/2 Minutes. Social media platforms help us stay connected and share moments with friends, family, and the community. But for anyone applying for Social Security...

Roy RickstrewFebruary 27, 2026

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...

Roy RickstrewDecember 8, 2025

How 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...

Roy RickstrewDecember 8, 2025

The 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...

Roy RickstrewDecember 8, 2025

Understanding 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...

Roy RickstrewNovember 7, 2025

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...

Roy RickstrewMay 20, 2025

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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...

Roy RickstrewMarch 12, 2025

Overcoming SSA Claim Denials: 7 Essential Tips for a Successful Social Security Disability Application

Overcoming SSA Claim Denials: 7 Essential Tips for a Successful Social Security Disability Application When Social Security decides your case, its decision is considered final unless reversed on...

Roy RickstrewFebruary 27, 2025

Disability Benefits Blog

Have a question about your disability case? Check out our articles and videos where we are sharing case examples and tips from our 20+ years of experience.

What to Do if Your Disability Status is Being Audited

How to Get an Emotional Support Animal & Their Affects on Your Disability Claim

5 FREE Resources for People with Disabilities

‘Tis the Season to “Over-do” It: Holiday Activities that Can SQUASH Your Disability Claim

How to Apply for Student Loan Relief if You Have a Disability

“Can I Work and Get Disability?” What you Need to Know in 2024

Social Media & Disability Claims: How Your Online Presence Can Impact the SSA Decision

Social Security Disability for Chronic Pain: Building a Credible Claim

How to Talk to Your Doctor About Your Disability Claim

The Complete Guide to Your First Social Security Disability Application

Understanding ADL Forms: Your Secret Weapon for a Stronger Disability Claim

The Importance of Checking Your Work and Earnings History Through My SSA

Navigating Social Security Disability Hearings: In-Person, Video, and Phone Options Explained

Overcoming SSA Claim Denials: 7 Essential Tips for a Successful Social Security Disability Application

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