Administrative Law Judges generally approve a far greater percentage of claims in which claimants have representation, rather than vice-versa. If you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits … Read More
After you file a hearing request for your denied Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim, or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claim, you will receive a letter from the hearing office. Bill, in Carlsbad, California, asks … Read More
It is highly recommended that you get an experienced disability attorney who is familiar with the rules and regulations that govern disability. James, in Temecula, California, asks “My SSDI claim was denied by a judge … Read More
If you are denied at the hearing level of the appeals process, you have 2 options: request a review from the appeals council or file a new disability application. Thomas, in El Centro, California, asks … Read More
There is no guarantee that the administrative law judge will allow your witness to testify or provide input. Don, in Oceanside, California, asks “Can I bring a witness to my disability hearing?” Yes. You can … Read More
Disability hearings are held at an Office of Disability Adjudication and Review (ODAR) hearing office. Disability hearings are held at an Office of Disability Adjudication and Review (ODAR) hearing office. ODAR is in charge of … Read More
You will have 60 days after receiving your hearing decision to request an Appeal Council review. If you have been denied Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) at the application level, … Read More
At the end of your disability hearing, the administrative law judge does not usually render a decision right away. It will often take the judge a few weeks to make a decision. All you can … 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
Medical experts and vocational experts are not there to help you or to hurt you. Tom, in Escondido California, wants to know why there needs to be a vocational expert and medical expert at a … Read More
