Is the Social Security Administration Helping Me With My Disability Claim?

If you have applied for SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) or SSI (Supplemental Security Income) I think it is a good idea to ask yourself whether you are receiving enough help from the Social Security Administration as your claim progresses.  There can be many frustrating and confusing areas of Social Security disability law that the […]

If I am denied Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, should I start over or appeal that decision?

Many disability claimants make the mistake of filing another initial Social Security disability application when they are denied disability benefits the first time. The Social Security Administration (SSA) gives the disability claimant 60 days plus some mailing time to file the first disability appeal or commonly known as “The Request for Reconsideration”.  There is no […]

What can I do to enhance my chances of winning my Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim or my Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claim?

If financially affordable, disability claimants should continue to see their medical professionals to obtain good current medical records to support your Social Security disability case. As an experienced Social Security disability attorney, I cannot put enough emphasis on how important good medical records can be.  For instance, if you have a back condition, an MRI […]

Do mental impairments qualify me for Social Security disability benefits?

Mental impairments may qualify a claimant for disability benefits as long as the impairment meets the criteria established by the Social Security Administration (SSA). You can visit the SSA’s “List of Impairments” to view the criteria required for Mental Disorders. In cases of mental disabilities, medical records from a trained psychologist or psychiatrist can be […]

Is applying for a child disability claim different from an adult disability claim?

Filing a disability claim for a child may require other records in addition to medical records to prove the child qualifies for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The Social Security Administration (SSA) does not require proof that the child is unable to work, but rather defines disability for children as the child is unable to perform […]

Should I hire an attorney to help me with my Social Security disability benefits claim?

It is not a requirement to hire an attorney to represent you at the hearing. Although, having representation by either a Social Security disability attorney or representative may be beneficial. These professionals are experienced with these types of claims and will lead you through the process, properly, prepare you for your hearing, and attempt to […]

When should I start the application process for Social Security disability benefits?

Apply for your Social Security benefits as soon as you become disabled. There is not a waiting period for your eligibility to apply for benefits. It may take the Social Security Administration (SSA) several months to process your application, so it is important to get your application submitted quickly.  You will need to complete an […]

Social Security Disability Benefits for Chronic Migraines

At times it may be difficult, it is possible to receive Social Security Disability benefits for severe migraines. My clients who suffer from this type of headache have migraines that can last from 2 to 72 hours, and are very debilitating. It is important that you have thorough medical records to document the persistence and […]

What are Genitourinary Impairments?

Genitourinary Impairments result from chronic renal (kidney) disease. How does the Social Security Administration (SSA) evaluate Genitourinary Impairments? The SSA will need claimant’s medical history that covers at least a three month period and evidence of deterioration of renal function. The medical records should include the treatment prescribed & the claimant’s response to the treatment, […]