Social Security Disability Hearing Offices are officially known as Offices of Hearings Operations (OHO). Previously, they were known as Offices of Disability Adjudication and Review (ODAR). Statistically, this is where most Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income claims will be approved. A Request for Hearing is the third step in the process and the …
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SSA Publishes New Digestive and Skin Disorder Listings
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is revising criteria in the Listing of Impairments used to evaluate claims. These changes will affect Social Security Disability and SSI claims for adults and children involving digestive disorders and skin disorders. Why Is the SSA Revising the Listing? This is part of the SSA’s ongoing audit of the Listing …
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Filing for Disability While A Jones Act Maritime Injury Case Is Pending
A question we often hear is “Can I file for disability if I have a pending Jones Act Maritime Injury Case?” The short answer is – yes, you can apply for disability benefits while your Jones Act case is ongoing. Offshore workers can apply for disability benefits while a Jones Act claim is pending. Applying …
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How To Collect Medical Records Without Breaking the Bank
If you are filing for disability benefits, you may need to obtain copies of your medical records to support your disability claim. Medical evidence is the most important part of a long term disability insurance claim or a Social Security Disability claim. However, obtaining these records can be a daunting task, especially if you’re seeing …
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How Long Does It Take to Get Social Security Disability Back Pay?
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) back pay or retroactive benefits are lump sum payments that cover the benefits you were entitled to but did not receive while waiting for your application to be approved. It can be a significant amount of money and is a welcome relief for many struggling to make ends meet while …
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What Not To Say In Your Social Security Disability Interview
Filing an application for Social Security Disability benefits can be a daunting process. You must present your case to the Social Security Administration in the best possible light. What you do not say to the SSA is just as important, if not more so, than what you do say. In this article, we discuss what not …
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Non-Lawyer Advocates vs. SSDI Attorneys: Understanding the Differences
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a government program that provides financial support to individuals who are unable to work due to a disabling condition. However, applying for and receiving SSDI benefits can be a complicated and challenging process, which is why many individuals turn to Social Security Disability Advocates for help. Social Security Disability …
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What Not to Say at Your Social Security Disability Hearing
If you’ve filed a Social Security Disability claim and are headed to a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ), it’s essential to be prepared. Knowing what to say and what not to say can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. In this article, we’ll explore some common mistakes claimants make …
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Medical Examinations for Social Security Disability Claims
You may be here because either your Administrative Law Judge or the Department of Disability Services (DDS) arm of the Social Security Administration (SSA) has scheduled an appointment for you to see one of their doctors, either a medical doctor or psychologist. These are commonly called Medical Examinations (ME) or Consultative Examinations (CE). Refer to …
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Can Your Long-Term Disability Insurance Company Force You to Use a Social Security Disability Claims Service?
If you’re applying for long-term disability insurance, you may be required to apply for Social Security disability benefits along with your LTD claim. You may even be offered the services of companies like Allsup and Advantage 2000 to assist with your claim. However, as a knowledgeable long-term disability/ERISA and Social Security Disability attorney, I strongly …