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Losing Your Social Security Disability Hearing

If your application for benefits was denied after your hearing, don’t lose hope!  The judge does not have the final say in your case, and just because one judge decided you aren’t disabled doesn’t mean you can’t win if you … Continue reading

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Does a Disability Attorney have to File my Appeal with the Appeals Court?

No.  You can appeal to the Appeals Council on your own.  However, it can be more difficult to win at the Appeals Council without an attorney, and if you lose the consequences for your disability claim could be drastic . … Continue reading

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What to Do if You are Not Satisfied with your Current Disability Representation

The key to any working relationship is communication.  If you are not satisfied with your disability attorney it is best to tell them your concerns before hiring someone else to represent you.  Your attorney might be able to fix the … Continue reading

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If I Win My Social Security Case, How Long Will it Take to Get my Benefits?

After you win a disability case the Social Security Administration must processes the claim(s) before benefits can start.  The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) that heard your case will put his or her decision in writing and mail it to the … Continue reading

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