Category Archives: Past Relevant Work (Step 4)

If You Cannot Keep a Job You May Be Disabled

Posted on April 1, 2015 by John R. Heard

In order to prove that you are disabled you have to prove that there is not any job you can do that exists in significant numbers in the national economy if you were hired to do that job. It’s not … Continue reading →

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Limitations Erode Your Ability to Work

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Editorial Board

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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Limitations That Help in Any Job Anywhere

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Editorial Board

When you testify at your disability hearing about your limitations that contribute to your disability you should prioritize the message, and tell the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) about your biggest problems first.  Save the minor problems for the bottom of … Continue reading →

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Why is a Vocational Expert Coming to Your Disability Hearing?

Posted on December 20, 2010 by Editorial Board

A Vocational Expert (VE) is present at most Social Security disability hearings.  VEs are persons who are knowledgeable about the physical and mental demands of work and the numbers of particular jobs in the nation and your region.  Usually they … Continue reading →

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