Helpful Tips
Helpful Tips
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Checking the Status of a Social Security Disability Claim
Checking the status of your Social Security disability claim can help speed up your case.
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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.
Speeding Up Your Claim
Speeding Up Your Claim
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What Is a Dire Need Letter for Social Security Disability Claims?
A financial dire need letter can get you an earlier hearing date.
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How to Win a Social Security Disability Claim Faster
To make sure your disability claim progresses as quickly as possible, be thorough in your application and keep on top of the status of your case.
What to Watch Out For
What to Watch Out For
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What Not to Say When Filling Out Social Security Disability Forms
It's more important to focus on saying as much as you can about your disability.
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Top Ten Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for Social Security Disability
Avoid these common mistakes to increase your chances of a successful disability claim.
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Five Ways to Get Help With Your Disability Paperwork
Applying for Social Security disability benefits can be tricky. Here are five ways to get help with your application.
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Be Careful Not to Commit Fraud or a Similar Fault When Applying for Disability
If the Social Security discovers that you knowingly lied or misrepresented any information related to your claim for disability benefits, you may face criminal charges for fraud.
Getting Help From Others
Getting Help From Others
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Should You Get Legal Help for Your Disability Claim?
You’re not required to hire a disability attorney, but having a lawyer can improve your chance of getting SSDI or SSI benefits.
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Can Letters From Friends and Family Help My Disability Case at a Hearing?
Having a well-written letter from a close friend or family member can help convince the judge you are disabled.
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Sample Witness Letters for Your Social Security Disability Hearing
Letters from caregivers, relatives, or former employers can help you win your disability case.
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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.
