There is a good article by Nebraska disability law attorney Timothy J. Cuddigan in the September 2012 Social Security Forum, a newsletter for NOSSCR members.
Mr. Cuddigan suggests using a checklist for hearing preparation. Here is what he says:
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The Medical-Vocational Guidelines are used by Social Security to determine disability due to exertional impairments at step 5 of the sequential evaluation process.
The guidelines, or the “grids,” consider a claimant’s exertional level (that’s the medical part) and the claimant’s age, education and work history (the vocational factors). Depending upon these medical-vocational factors, the SSA…
As I talk with prospective clients, they frequently start with the premise that they are disabled because they cannot perform their past work. That is a good start, but it is not enough to obtain Social Security disability benefits. You must also be unable to perform other work.
I have written about this topic…
Every other Friday, I highlight recent articles of note regarding Social Security disability:
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Every other Friday I link to notable articles regarding Social Security disability. The first four articles address misinformation about the Social Security disability program:
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I am old enough to remember Sargeant Phil Esterhaus' trademark phrase on Hill Street Blues: "Let's be careful out there." You should take it to heart.
There is a lot of information regarding Social Security disability available online. Some of it is wrong. Some of it is general in nature, like this site.…
Each month, I shine the spotlight on a previous post that discusses an issue regarding Social Security disability law that remains highly relevant today.
Currently, ALJ allowance rates are down sharply. I have offered specific tips for disability claimants in this new environment, and have published an e-book regarding preparing for a hearing (you…
The National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives (NOSSCR) has launched an excellent new website. It is definitely worth visiting.
I particularly like the new Myths/Facts section. There is quite a bit of misinformation out there about the Social Security disability program. The new NOSSCR website helps to set the record straight.
When Social Security denies a claim for disability benefits at the initial or reconsideration level, the SSA provides a personalized "Explanation of Determination," usually on the last page of the denial letter. The denial letter is otherwise a form letter. Often my first contact with a prospective client is after that person has received a letter…
Photo: Bridget and cousin Grace at the beach
Every other Friday, I link to articles of note regarding Social Security disability.
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