America's Foremost Disability Expert
America's Foremost Disability Expert
3 Things You Must Know About Social Security Disability Claims
- ⅔ of all initial claims are rejected
- You need to hire a professional to be successful
- You don't have to pay experts up front
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Check EligibilityWhat You Need to Know Before Going to a Hearing
What You Need to Know Before Going to a Hearing
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Preparing for a Social Security Disability Hearing
When you get notice of your hearing date, get up-to-date medical records and submit them.
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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.
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Do You Need a Lawyer for a Social Security Disability Appeal?
Although not required, having a Social Security Disability appeal lawyer will greatly improve your chances of winning your disability claim.
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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.
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Social Security Disability Hearing: How to Act Before a Judge
Be polite and concise, and most importantly, answer the judge's questions.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Advanced Strategies Used by Lawyers at Disability Hearings
Advanced Strategies Used by Lawyers at Disability Hearings
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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.
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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.
Self-Help Resources
Self-Help Resources
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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.