I have serious back problems confirmed by only a x-ray.Do I need to have a mri done before I apply for ssdi benefits.

You have the right to file whether you have the MRI done or not. Once you have the MRI done and the results come through, it will become part of...

I signed an agreement with a personal injury attorney. Do I have to go to their doctors?

My colleagues have given great suggestions. The fact remains that you can choose your medical provider. Many attorneys may give you suggestions on...

As mentioned by my colleagues, these cases are typically handled on contingency basis. In other words, you do not pay a fee upfront, only until or...

Currently filing out SS disability questionnaire, do i have to disclose that I'm currently attending college?

Going to school does not necessarily exclude you from receiving benefits, should you be awarded. If you are going to school full time, and are...

Disability appeal !

When we appeal an Administrative Law Judge's unfavorable decision, many times we receive the same type of letter from the Appeals Council given the...

Social Security: Where could someone find an extensive list of attorney that handle Appeals Council & Federal court cases?

As pointed out by my colleague, Mr. Wayson, NOSSCR and NADR are key sites for SSDI representation at any level. Our firm handles SSDI/SSI cases...

If a person is receiving VA benefits, if they apply and get approved for SSDI, will the VA benefits be decreassed?

I agree with my colleagues regarding the service connected VA benefits and SSDI benefits. As pointed out as well, Supplemental Security Income...

So they can play those game just becuse i have no attorney.what about bad faith tactics dont i have any re course here.

You have some very good questions and valid concerns. As pointed out by my colleagues, you need to sit down with an experienced attorney right away...

Are social security disability attorneys more or less strict in determining what clients they will take on compared to?

I agree with both comments. Our firm looks at each case on its own merits, regardless of age. We meet with each client or speak with the potential...

If you win SSDI you can only receive 12 months in back pay?

No. Although in most cases SSA can pay you one year back from your date of application, many cases get approved 18 months or more from the date of...