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When you testify at a Social Security disability hearing, the administrative law judge (ALJ) will cover numerous aspects of your case in order to determine if you qualify for benefits. They will especially focus on your work history and educational background. Our New York Social Security disability attorney can review your history with you.  Your [...]

Your Social Security disability attorney will explain each step of the application process with you. If you are denied benefits, he or she will also discuss your right to appeal this decision. Another option is to reapply for benefits effectively starting the process over. Here are a few pieces of information that can help you [...]

According to a New York Social Security Disability law firm, there are four administration adjudication levels a Social Security Claim may pass through before the case is resolved. Following are the four levels: the initial decision a reconsideration decision a hearing with an administrative law judge (ALJ) a review conducted by the Appeals Council If [...]

A frequent question clients of a New York Social Security disability lawyer ask is how to avoid mistakes made by people trying to get benefits. Two Mistakes Made By People Seeking Benefits Often, clients who are denied benefits choose not to appeal the decision. This is a mistake because there is a chance that the benefits could [...]

6 Common Mistakes for Disability Applicants to Avoid - The application for Social Security disability benefits can be complex and overwhelming. If you are not sure whether you qualify for benefits or where to start with your paperwork, look over these five basic steps. You can also hire a Social Security Disability lawyer who can [...]

While you might not think that your daily routine activities are important in your disability case, this is simply not true. Before you testify at your Social Security disability hearing, look through these tips regarding how to effectively describe your daily activities. Talk to a Social Security disability attorney if you still have any questions.

In the following paragraphs, an experienced New York Social Security disability attorney looks at psychological issues in Social Security disability claims. Every Case Is Unique Social Security disability cases that center solely on mental limitations bear little resemblance to the cases normally covered in web pages such as this one, so preparation for testimony in [...]

The following blog explains some of the things your New York Social Security disability law firm attorney can and cannot do on your behalf. Can: Present A Powerful Case After presenting your case with all of the persuasive powers at his or her command and supporting it with solid medical evidence, your New York Social [...]

Disability benefits through the Social Security Administration were designed to help those who have been injured or become ill and are unable to work for a period of at least twelve months. Social Security disability is not meant for short-term disabilities, such as those lasting only a few weeks. On occasion, a person may become [...]

Many claimants for Social Security disability benefits face an initial denial. As a result, you may have to appeal the decision and argue your case at a Social Security disability hearing. These hearings can be very complicated and you will likely want to work with a New Jersey Social Security disability attorney. Some ways that a [...]

A recent decision out of New York's Second Circuit Court illustrates how important it is to have an aggressive, tireless New York Social Security disability attorney on your side if you've been denied benefits. The Case Background and Initial Denial of Benefits As a New York Social Security disability lawyer explains, a New York claimant was denied [...]

The Social Security Administration analyzes four types of evidence to determine if you are disabled. Learn more about the four types of evidence and make sure your claim includes the information required to receive approval for disability benefits. Speak with your New Jersey Social Security law firm for more information or if you have further [...]

When you make a claim for Social Security disability benefits, you will be expected to provide supporting evidence and documentation of your condition. In some cases, you may have to explain your case to an adjudicator as to why you are entitled to benefits. A New York Social Security disability attorney can tell you that [...]