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Can I receive social security disability if I cannot sit for long?

May 18, 2020

Can I receive Social Security disability if I cannot sit for long? The Social Security Administration (SSA) looks at a variety of things when determining if you can work, and the length of time you are able to sit is one such limitation. The SSA classifies occupations into several different exertional levels, and a sedentary […]

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Can I Receive Social Security Disability If I Have Panic Attacks?

March 16, 2020

Can I receive Social Security Disability if I have panic attacks? Many of my clients diagnosed with an Anxiety-Related Disorder have panic attacks. Due to the severity, frequency, and unexpected onset of a panic attack, it may be difficult or even impossible to secure and maintain a full-time job. If you find that you still […]

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What Happens To My Disability Claim If I Pass Away?

January 22, 2020

What happens to my disability claim if I pass away?  A sad reality of many disability claims is that a person applying for disability benefits may pass away before their claim is resolved. A disability claim can sometimes take two years or more to resolve.  For claimants with severe medical conditions, they may not survive […]

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What You Do in Your Spare Time Matters When Trying to Get Social Security Disability

January 15, 2020

What you do in your spare time matters when trying to get Social Security disability.  The big question when trying to get Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits is whether you can work a full-time job.  So why does the Social Security Administration (SSA) care what you do in your […]

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Will My Doctor Testify at My Social Security Disability Hearing?

December 23, 2019

It is very rare that a treating physician will take the time to appear at your hearing.  Unless you have a personal relationship with your physician, you will probably find it very difficult to convince your doctor to attend a hearing. I have found that some mental health professionals are more willing to come and […]

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How Much Will My Social Security Disability Payments Be?

November 20, 2019

How much will my Social Security disability payments be? This is a question I hear very often. It is an important question, but not one that is easily answered until you win your claim. There are many factors that go into calculating your disability payments from the Social Security Administration. It is important to remember […]

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