Category Archives: Social Security Hearings

How can an Attorney Help my Social Security Disability Case?

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Editorial Board

It is important to know that an attorney can help you out at every step of the claim process.  An attorney can also take your case at any point in the process as well. This help includes gathering all the … Continue reading →

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You will Receive a Decision on a Disability Claim in 90 to 120 Days

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Editorial Board

Not necessarily.  Ultimately, the outcome takes as long as the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) or disability examiner needs to render a fully developed, fair decision.  The time frame may be roughly two to four months, but this is not a … Continue reading →

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You had a Good Social Security Disability Hearing if…

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Editorial Board

Obviously a good hearing is one where the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) says he or she will award your case.  Unfortunately only a minority of judges will announce their intentions openly.  Some do go a step further and award your … Continue reading →

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How to Deal with a Rude or Impolite Social Security Judge (ALJ)

Posted on November 8, 2010 by Editorial Board

Administrative Law Judges (ALJs) conduct the Social Security Disability hearings for the Social Security Administration (SSA).  ALJs, and the SSA in general, are dealing with a huge back log in cases that take way too long to decide on.  ALJs … Continue reading →

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