Category Archives: Why People Are Denied

Losing Your Social Security Disability Hearing

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Editorial Board

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?

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Editorial Board

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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Does it matter if you get a local Social Security Disability Lawyer?

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Editorial Board

A local attorney may be more accessible if they have an office near you.  Also, you will likely have more opportunities to meet with the attorney face to face.  They might be familiar with the local judges and experts that … Continue reading →

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The Social Security Administration (“SSA”) Denies Claims to Save Government Money.

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Editorial Board

The SSA does not deny claims to save government money.  Applicants are generally not approved because either they do not have adequate objective medical evidence to prove their claim or they are not aware of the appeals process they are … Continue reading →

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