Fibromyalgia is otherwise known as Muscular Rheumatism, Fibromyositis, FM and Fibrositis. It is a chronic pain disorder that leads to untold suffering among millions of people living in the United States. Despite the fact that … Read More
DDS stands for Disability Determination Services. The DDS is a state agency funded by the United States Federal Government. Their purpose is to make decisions on disability eligibility for the Social Security Administration (SSA). … Read More
You can check your status online or call Disability Determination Services and ask to speak with the examiner that is assigned to your case. Mike, in Santee, California, asks “How do I find out the … Read More
One of the reasons that it is difficult to win a mental illness disability case is that the disability examiners know very little about mental illness. Jim, from Poway, California, asks “Is it difficult to … Read More
When your claim is being processed, your medical providers are contacted directly by Social Security or the State Disability Determination Services. Mary, in Mission Beach, California, asks “When I apply for Social Security disability, do … Read More
If your application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is denied, you should appeal as soon as possible. Barbara, in San Diego, California, asks “My SSDI application was denied. Should … Read More
You can either pursue the case to the next level of appeal at the Appeals Council or you can file a brand new social security claim. Jim, in San Diego, California, asks “If a judge … Read More
You have 60 days to file a reconsideration appeal. Kim, in National City, CA, asks “If my claim for SSDI is denied, how much time do I have to appeal?” If your claim for Social … Read More
For most people, asthma is controllable by medication, however, for some people, asthma can be a chronic disability. Steve, in San Marcos, California, would like to know if it’s possible to qualify for Social Security … Read More
Selecting a good Social Security Disability attorney can be critical to the success of winning your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claim.
