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
It is not unusual to be approved for VA benefits while still waiting on a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claim. Trevor, in El Centro, California asks “I had … Read More
The DDS examiner takes into consideration the vocational implications of growing older. Greg in Carlsbad, CA, asks “Is it true that the older you are the easier it is to get Social Security Disability?” When … Read More
If you are represented by a disability attorney at your hearing, your chances of winning your claim could be as high as 80% or more. Over 70% of initial applications for Social Security Disability Insurance … Read More
Once you are receiving Social Security disability benefits, periodically the Social Security Administration (SSA) will review your case to make sure that you are still disabled. Once you are receiving Social Security disability benefits, periodically … Read More
An overpayment is when you receive more money for a month than the amount you should have been paid. If you are collecting Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you need to be aware of rules regarding … Read More
SSI claimants can not get back pay for months of being disabled that were prior to the date of the initial application. When you are awarded Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, you may be … Read More
Typically, there are no upfront fees and your disability attorney only gets paid if you win your disability case. Debbie in Hemet, California asks “How much do disability lawyers usually charge?” “Are there any upfront … 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
