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How will I know if I have won my disability claim and been awarded benefits?

You rarely know if you have won your benefits right after your hearing.  Sometimes an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) will issue a bench decision or let your attorney or representative know he or she is going to award you your … Continue reading

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Make Sure your Doctor Really Does Support your SSD or SSI Disability Case

When making a decision to file either an SSD or SSI case, it is very important to have a doctor that supports what you are trying to do.  Having a doctor that truly believes that you are disabled because of … Continue reading

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Should You Discontinue Medical Treatment if your Primary Doctor has Released you from Care?

It is not a good idea to discontinue treatment.  In fact, discontinuing medical treatment may prevent you from getting your benefits. If your doctor releases you from care and you feel that you still need ongoing medical treatment, it is … Continue reading

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Limitations Erode Your Ability to Work

Limitations from your medical conditions are the basis for being found disabled under the rules of the Social Security Disability program.  For example, if you have back problems you may be unable to bend, stoop, or crouch because of limited … Continue reading

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