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Not Having Representation at Your Social Security Disability Hearing is a Mistake

Even though Social Security Disability hearings are conducted in a relatively informal manner, they are still legal proceedings concerning a very serious issue in your life.  If you are filing for disability benefits your livelihood is at stake, and you … Continue reading

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Not Following Your Doctor’s Orders on Medications & Treatment is a Mistake

The laws of the Social Security Administration (SSA) that are used to decide if you are disabled are detailed and complex.  However some rules are pretty easy to understand. If you are considering filing for disability benefits it’s important that … Continue reading

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Everyone who gets Approved for Disability Receives Back Pay (past due benefits) as well?

Not everyone who gets approved for disability receives past due benefits, but most do.  The amount of past due benefits awarded depends on the date the claim was filed and the date that the judge or disability examiner concludes that … Continue reading

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How Good are the Chances of Winning a Social Security Disability or SSI Case?

The chances of receiving a favorable decision depend on several factors.  How well the case has been developed, the severity of the impairment, the claimant’s age and education as well as the quality of medical records accumulated on the claimant’s … Continue reading

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