Administrative Law Judge Information
An Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) is a judge who presides over a hearing to resolve a dispute between a government agency and someone affected by a decision of that agency. If you are waiting for … Read More
What is Office of Disability Adjudication and Review (ODAR)?
ODAR stands for the Office of Disability Adjudication and Review. ODAR stands for the Office of Disability Adjudication and Review. It is a branch of the Social Security Administration. Once you have been denied for … Read More
Chief Administrative Law Judge
Administrative Law Judges are employed by the Social Security Administration and their job is to hear Social Security Disability cases that have been denied and filed for an appeal. Administrative Law Judges are employed by … Read More
Denied for Disability
Most social security disability claims are denied the first time they are submitted. Most social security disability claims are denied the first time they are submitted. About 70% of claimants are denied benefits. That does … Read More
Why do I need a Consultative Exam?
A consultative exam is a medical examination. A consultative exam is a medical examination. Some people who have applied for social security disability benefits are sent for an exam by the Disability Determination Services (DDS) … Read More
Disability Attorney vs. Non-Attorney Rep
Both attorneys and non-attorney disability representatives are able to represent you with your Social Security Disability case. Both attorneys and non-attorney disability representatives are able to represent you with your Social Security Disability case. They … Read More
Why Do I Need an RFC Form?
An RFC form is a form that addresses the Residual Functional Capacity for a disability claimant’s ability to work after considering their mental or physical disability limitations. An RFC form is a form that addresses … Read More
SSA’s Listing of Impairments
Does My Disability Qualify Me For Benefits? Listing of Impairments for Social Security Disability Benefits At Jorgensen Law, we are pleased to assist people throughout the state of California in Social Security Disability matters. We … Read More
I Have a Hearing and I’m Scared!
What to Know About Your Hearing California SSDI and SSI Lawyer There are potentially several stages involved in the process of applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). First, a … Read More
Apply Online for Disability Benefits
There are two ways to submit an application for disability benefits. There are two ways to submit an application for disability benefits. You can call the Social Security office and schedule an appointment which you … Read More