Representing Yourself at a Disability Hearing

Preparing for a Social Security Disability Hearing

When you get notice of your hearing date, get up-to-date medical records and submit them.

How to Answer Questions at a Social Security Disability Hearing

Here are some tips to help you prepare for questions the judge may ask at your disability hearing.

Do You Need an Attorney to Appeal a Social Security Disability Denial?

While you are not required to have representation at a Social Security Disability hearing, your chances of winning improve if you do.

Why You Can't Work: What Not to Complain About at Your Disability Hearing

Don't waste your time arguing these points before a Social Security judge.

Social Security Disability Hearing: How to Act Before a Judge

Be polite and concise, and most importantly, answer the judge's questions.

Reviewing Your Social Security Disability File Before an Appeal

To prepare for your appeal, request a copy of your disability file from Social Security and review it for errors.

Should You Bring a Witness to Your Disability Appeal Hearing?

You aren't required to bring witnesses to your disability hearing, but in some cases, they can be helpful to your case.

How to Write a Prehearing Brief for Your Disability Appeal

Here are instructions on how to write a brief for your Social Security disability hearing.

Questioning the VE's Testimony About Other Work at a Disability Hearing

To win disability, challenge Social Security on the proposed jobs available to you.

Getting Disability by Arguing You Can't Even Do Sedentary Work

If you have physical or mental limitations that prevent you from doing even sit-down work, you should be approved for disability benefits.

Nolo's Guide to Social Security Disability: Getting & Keeping Your Benefits

Nolo's book covers how to prepare for your SSDI or SSI disability hearing, including how to request a hearing, request and review your disability file, choose witnesses, come up with a theory why you should be granted benefits, and prepare to cross-examine the vocational expert at your hearing.