If you are filing for Social Security Disability (SSD) or SSI you will need medical evidence to back up your claim, and medical records that supply a complete, accurate picture of your medical condition that could (in the best case scenario) eliminate the need for a disability examiner to gather any additional medical information before making a decision. Basically, if … [Read more...]
Valuable Resources for Social Security Disability Beneficiaries Who Want to Work
Learn more about the Ticket to Work program through Social Security Administration's self-paced Ticket to Work Tutorials. Whether you are just considering working, ready to find a service provider to help you, are looking for a job, or already working and want to keep on the road to financial independence, there are six interactive learning modules that will help … [Read more...]
From the series of Why We Love Our Job
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...]
From the Series of Our Real Cases: Edward’s Story
Really exciting win this week! Back in 2016, our client, Mr. Edward, age 56 received a “Partially Favorable” decision awarding a disability date of June 2014. It meant he wouldn’t qualify for social security disability payments (over $1000/month), but instead only receive SSI payments (around $700/month). Edward suffers from several severe conditions: Spinal stenosis … [Read more...]
Fibromyalgia and Social Security Disability
Symptoms from Fibromyalgia can absolutely be disabling. If you are considering applying for SSI/SSDI, be sure to connect with a Rheumatologist who will document your symptoms (both physical and mental). Social Security Administration adjudicators read your medical records and will want a clear picture of your functional limitations to prove that you are unable to work. … [Read more...]
Is There Hope for Social Security Administration: Will The Long Wait for Disability Beneficiaries Decrease?
Extremely long wait for disability benefits approval has left many in devastating situation- unable to work nor function properly, without funds and support. The average wait for appeal decision was over 600 days in 2017! Social Security Administration is short-staffed due to budget cuts which forced sharp reductions in staffing , along with other resources, which … [Read more...]
