Nothing else, except for a won case of course, can lighten up our day like a note from those whom we helped. Here are just couple examples of what makes us determined to go and fight for our clients every day! … [Read more...]
Rheumatoid Arthritis as a Common Impairment in Social Security Disability Claims
Rheumatoid Arthritis is a common impairment in Social Security Disability claims, but getting the actual diagnosis can be a long process. Here's a good explanation of common tests your doctor may order if you have symptoms of RA. If you are unable to work due to these symptoms call us and learn how we can help. If your doctor suspects that your joint pain and … [Read more...]
Your Day in Court- Third Step 3 of The Process of Applying for Disability Benefits
The first step in obtaining Social Security benefits is to file an application and complete a Disability Report. Second step is reconsideration. If you are denied at the Reconsideration stage, we will request a Hearing for you. On average, it takes twelve to eighteen months to obtain a hearing date. This long wait is due to the backlog of people waiting for a … [Read more...]
Applying for Disability Benefits: Step 2 of The Process- Reconsideration
The first step in obtaining Social Security benefits is to file an application and complete a Disability Report. If you are turned down on your initial application, we will file a Request for Reconsideration for you. The Reconsideration process is an opportunity for a different Adjudicator to take a look at your claim and determine whether to change the Administration’s … [Read more...]
Initial Application- First Step of The process of Applying for Disability Benefits
The first step in obtaining Social Security benefits is to file an application. After that, you will be given a Disability Report to complete. The form requests personal information about you and your disability such as the names of your doctors and your past employers. You should have all of this information handy. It is important that you be thorough on this report. All … [Read more...]
2 Pathways to Proving You Are Disabled
The Social Security Administration provides you with two additional roads you can take to show that you are indeed disabled. To be fully informed about these alternative options and receive legal assistance on how to best proceed, you should retain the Jacksonville Social Security Disability Lawyers who are knowledgeable about SSD laws and the application process. … [Read more...]
The Listing Of Impairments
The Social Security Listing of Impairments is one way to be found disabled and be approved for benefits by the Social Security Administration. The Listing is a list of many known medical conditions and the symptoms they have. If your medical impairment is found in the Listing, or “equals” a similar impairment in the Listing, you might qualify for benefits. … [Read more...]
Disability Benefits and Past Relevant Work
There is a duration requirement for qualifying for disability benefits. Your medical condition that is keeping you from working must have been present for a minimum of 12 months, or you must prove that it is expected to last that long. If this is true for you, you meet the requirement. Find out more about what is required for disability. … [Read more...]
Understanding Exceptions to the Sequential Evaluation Process
A Jacksonville Disability Lawyer Gives Examples of Claimants Who Didn’t Have to Complete the Sequential Process Claimant 1 The claimant will be found disabled if there is a severe impairment that can be determined medically; is 55-years-old or above; is educated up to the eleventh grade or lower; and has no prior work experience that is considered … [Read more...]
Your Doctor’s Opinion Why It’s Important to Your Claim
If you are filing a Social Security disability claim with the help of a Jacksonville Beach Social Security disability attorney, you may be given forms or questionnaires to give to your primary treating doctor. It is common for the SSA to ask treating doctors for information and opinions about a claimant’s impairments. Here are some questions that your primary treating … [Read more...]
