Intelligent, Aggressive Representation For The Injured And Disabled
Recent Victory at Social SecuritySocial Security disability is often a marathon, not a sprint. And by that I mean, it often takes a long time for a hearing (about 16-18 months in Mobile), and during that time, it's important to steadily build the evidence for your...
Social Security Disability Application TipsIf you become unable to work due to either a mental or physical disability, filing for your Social Security benefits becomes necessary. It can be a very challenging and intimidating process to begin. Only about 30% of initial...
For better or worse, many people in Mobile carry student loan balances. They may work hard to pay down these balances as much as possible. However, some of them may eventually develop a disabling condition. When their disability prevents them from working, they may...
Social Security New Rules on How Evidence is WeighedOn January 18, 2017, the Social Security Administration revised their regulations regarding the evidentiary standard used by the Administrative Law Judges (ALJ) to determine eligibility for disability benefits. These...
Children's Disability CasesUnder the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, children with disabilities can receive monthly benefits including cash payments and Medicaid. Eligibility for SSI is determined based on financial and medical criteria. In determining...
Mental illnesses can sometimes be brushed aside when compared to physical ailments. After all, it is easy to see why a person with an amputation or cancer may have limitations, but mental illnesses carry no physical markings, and in some cases there is even a stigma...
Social Security Problems with Case Backlogs and Denials Case backlogs and denials have long been a part of the Social Security Disability system. However, the numbers are trending upward for both of these frustrating issues. Social Security Disability cases seem...
What is the Role of the Vocational Expert During a Social Security Disability Hearing? In almost every adult hearing for Social Security disability, a vocational expert is either present or appears telephonically. A vocational expert (VE) is an independent contractor...
What Can I Do to Help Win MySocial Security Disability Case?Upon our first meeting, clients will ask me what they can do to help win their disability case. I advise them that the most important thing they can do is continue to receive regular treatment from their...
When a person in Alabama has a serious medical condition, they may find that they are eventually forced to stop working due to their illness or injury. When this happens, they may seek Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits.However, one cornerstone of the nation's...