What are “Grids”? If a person applying for disability benefits is found to be unable to return to their past work, then the next question is whether or not they can do any other work. If the claimant can do other work then they will not be considered disabled, and if they cannot, then they
Read MoreHow to Prove Mental Illness in a Social Security Application By: Disability Group (www.socialsecuritylaw.com) There is no question that people who suffer from mental illnesses have difficulty finding and maintaining employment. Many mental illnesses such as clinic depression or bi-polar disorder can have a major effect on one’s ability to interact with others, follow directions
Read MoreIn 2008, the Social Security Administration (SSA) outlined four goals it wishes to achieve by 2013. To those applying for disability benefits, the most important goal is improving the speed and quality of the disability process. Here are the ways that SSA is trying to meet this goal: Quick Decisions for Clearly Disabled Claimants In
Read MoreWhat is the Social Security Administration trying to do in my disability case? The Social Security Administration’s main goal is to decide whether you are able to work, doing either your past job or any type of job. Does the Social Security Administration (SSA) consider the pain I am in when deciding whether to award
Read MoreFirst, what IS Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)? Social Security Disability Insurance benefits fall under title II of the Social Security Act. In order to qualify for SSDI you must have worked long enough and paid Social Security taxes. SSDI works almost the same as pension, where you pay into the plan throughout your working
Read MoreOne of the most common questions claimants pursuing disability benefits ask their social security disability attorney is “How can I make my case move faster?” Social Security claims can be granted priority status based on their “critical” nature. SSA requires expedited processing for the following types of “critical cases.” A social security disability attorney can
Read MoreThere are more than 29 different seizure disorders, and not all of them result in convulsions. In fact, seizures are experienced differently from person to person. Many individuals with chronic seizure disorders are able to control seizures with medications. If you take medications as directed and still continue to experience seizures that prevent you from
Read MoreApplying for Social Security disability benefits can be intimidating and time-consuming. Understanding how the system works can be the difference between winning or not winning your disability benefits. Disability Group reveals common Social Security disability myths and misconceptions. Myth: The Social Security Administration denies everyone the first time they apply for disability. This is absolutely
Read MoreAn experienced lawyer can be very helpful to you and your Social Security Disability case. Your lawyer can evaluate your case and suggest a strategy to win your case. After handling hundreds of cases, most attorneys have a fairly good perspective as to what cases are winnable and what cases are not, and what it
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