Melissa Linebaugh
J.D. · University of Baltimore School of Law
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Melissa Linebaugh graduated with honors from the University of Baltimore School of Law and is a member of the Maryland bar. She has a background in Social Security disability, as well as family law and criminal law. Ms. Linebaugh works as a general practitioner.
Articles by Melissa Linebaugh
How Social Security Defines Skilled and Unskilled Work: SVPs
Making sure Social Security classifies your prior job at the right skill level can help you win disability.
Can I Fire My Disability Lawyer?
You can always fire your disability attorney, but you should consider the option carefully.
Can I Get Social Security Disability for Meniere's Disease?
A combination of vertigo, tinnitus, and hearing loss can make you eligible for Social Security disability benefits.
Georgia Social Security Disability Benefits (SSDI and SSI)
In Georgia, a state agency called Disability Adjudication Services (DAS) decides if a disability applicant is disabled for the purpose of SSDI or SSI benefits.
What Disability Claims Is an Attorney Likely to Reject?
Disability attorneys and law firms only get paid if they win your case, so they may reject cases that are unlikely to win benefits.
Social Security Disability (SSDI & SSI) for Avascular Necrosis
If you can show that avascular necrosis prevents you from working, Social Security may find you disabled and pay cash benefits.
Get Help From a Congressperson to Expedite Your Disability Claim
Politicians can come to your aid if you've been waiting along time for a hearing date.
Filing for Social Security Disability in Wyoming
Learn about SSDi and SSI in Wyoming. Wyoming differs in the amount of SSI a person can receive.
Filing for Social Security Disability in North Dakota
If you live in North Dakota when you apply for SSDI or SSI, your claim will be sent to a state agency in Bismarck called Disability Determination Services (DDS).
Filing for Social Security Disability in Arkansas
Learn more about where Arkansas' claims are decided, their approval and denial rates, the amount of SSI a person can receive, and how long an appeal takes to be heard.