How much weight can be given to a PA's opinion in a social security disability claim?

Physicians Assistants aren't doctors, but they are still medical sources that an ALJ should consider in rendering a decision. If the judge that...

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Social Security Disability: Has anyone had a client with Diverticulitis and had surgery?

I recently won a case for a very young client with similar conditions. They key is showing (through medical evidence) how your residual symptoms...

Is this a fair social security disability remand hearing or an attempt by a ALJ who is telling appeals Counci forget about it?

All hearings are de novo hearings. If you didn't get a decision yet, sit tight and wait to hear back. If you did, appeal it, and your case will go...

What are the characteristics of a bias social security disability ALJ?

You would have to show consistent improper behavior, not an easy task. At the end of the day, what matters is getting your application approved. If...

"young onset alzheimers "at 52 after great career but now broke. Need SSDI Backpay. Already approved for SSDI compassionate all

If he was working above SGA, even while experiencing symptoms, he is not eligible for that period. You can appeal the determination, but it sounds...

Can i appeal the amount of social security disability i receive each month

I agree with the previous answers. The SSD monthly benefit is calculated based on your FICA contributions. There's nothing to appeal, unless your...

Is this fast for social security disability hearing decision, hearing 9-29-15, sent to writers 10-1-15?

Doesn't mean much, some judges get their decisions out very quickly.

Do u think i qualify for SS disability benefits? I hav bad arthritis and am in remission from 2 bouts of cancer.

If you are still eligible (that is, have enough work credits), it sounds like you may have a good case. We are not allowed to solicit on Avvo, but...

Social security appeals

You have to file an appeal within 60 days of receiving the denial. Hire an attorney forthwith. Was this the initial denial, or did a n ALJ....

Social security appeals

Hire an attorney. Have them review the decision and your evidence, and if they accept you as a client, they'll file an appeal.