Strategies Used by Social Security Lawyers

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.

What Does It Mean to Equal a Social Security Disability Listing?

When you have a medical condition that doesn't quite meet the criteria in one of Social Security's disability listings, Social Security might agree that your condition is medically equivalent to a disability listing.

Getting Disability Benefits With an RFC for Reduced Productivity

If you're unable to maintain focus to perform even the easiest jobs full-time, you should qualify for Social Security disability.

The "Worn-Out Worker" Rule in Social Security Disability Claims

The worn-out worker rule makes it easier for those who've done many years of hard labor to get disability benefits.

Functional Equivalence for Children's Disability Applications

If your child has very significant difficulties in important areas of functioning, they could qualify for SSI disability benefits.

Reopening a Social Security Disability Claim

Reopening an earlier disability claim can get your more money in backpay benefits.

Social Security Disability: On-the-Record (OTR) Decisions

By requesting an on the record from the Social Security Administration (SSA), you may be approved for disability benefits without needing to go to a hearing.

What Is a Social Security Attorney Advisor Opinion?

If your case qualifies, you can request that an attorney advisor look at your records and make a decision on your benefits before your hearing takes place.

Find Out What Type of Medical Consultant Reviewed Your Social Security Disability Claim

Only certain types of doctors are allowed to make disability decisions on certain types of claims.

How a Medical Expert Can Help You Win Your Disability Case

Having a medical expert at your disability hearing can make up for complicated or incomplete medical records.