Edward C. Ahlers

Mr. Ahlers assisted me with both an appeal on an LTD claim and filing, appeal, and hearing for Social Security Disability. Before I signed on with him, he explained what the process would look like, and what struggles could confront us through the process. My appeal for LTD was approved on the firs...t attempt, which was great for everyone. Mr. Ahlers was in it for the long run, keeping me apprised of anything as it came up, after the 2 initial denials for Social Security, it took 2 years to get a hearing date. All through that time, we touched based periodically and when it came time for the hearing, he prepared me for what to expect.

Mr. Ahlers is an excellent attorney. He was very compassionate and caring. He understood what I was going through, which made it easy to talk with him. He was there for me when I had questions, and he explained, the whole S.S Disability process to me. He was very prompt in receiving and returning my ...phone calls, I was in the loop the whole time. I have had a pleasant experience with Mr. Ahlers, that I would refer them to anyone else in need of a S.S Disability attorney. The best part of this long process was Mr.Ahlers putting in his expertise and hard work for me, and in return the outcome for me was a true blessing! I truly appreciate everything, Mr. Ahlers has done for me, Thank you Ed!

Mr. Ahlers is one of the nicest people we have met in a long time. He helped my husband with a disability appeal and he made the whole process so easy. And the kind things he said about my husband to the SSA were heart-warming and sincere. I'm pretty sure that's what changed their minds. From the tim...e we walked into the office, we were treated with respect and interest. We had feared that our case wouldn't even be considered by such a large law firm but that was not the case. Ed sat with us for an hour and went over every aspect of our case until I felt like he really knew us. The appeal process can be long and stressful but such was not the case with us. Ed Ahlers and his staff made it seamless and stress free. If you need a good appeals lawyer, contact this firm and this lawyer in particular. You won't be sorry. Thank you, Ed, from the bottom of our hearts.

I am so thankful I found Ed Ahlers to help me get my Long Term Disability Benefits reinstated. He met with me and listened and answered my questions. His knowledge and professionalism assured me to proceed when I had been dissuaded by the insurer that I could not overturn their judgement. He was no...t only able to get my appeal open but also ended with a positive outcome in a very quick and timely manner. I had taken out a private disability policy to protect me from the situation I find myself in. Thank you for helping me fight for my benefits.

I've known Mr. Ahlers for 10 years know on a professional level and more recently as a client. Being a former office manager I met Ed in the fall of 2006 when he referred a Bwc patient to the multi- disciplinary medical practice where I worked. Over the years I've watched Mr Ahlers fight For, and wi...n, the majority of the hearings for his clients and our patients. He is extremely knowledgeable, supportive, and empathetic to those he represents. His staff, and more importantly Ed, go above and beyond in making certain that they have everything necessary to fight denials or get patients the necessary treatments or financial support they need from the BWC, personal injury, and social security disability. As a client on two separate occasions Ed made the processes easy and eased my fears and concerns. The 1st time was over an extended warranty on my vehicle. The insurance company denied our claim for services when our motor blew stating we did not follow the guidelines set forth in our contract. I got all the necessary documents and notes regarding the situation to Ed and in an extremely short period of time they overturned their denial and we received the appropriate compensation for the repairs. Over the past 6 years I've experienced numerous disabling conditions involving my low back, neck and most recently my hip. I worked for my pain management physician, have undergone numerous surgical procedures, and did many injections, physical therapy treatments, chiropractic treatment and massage therapy to no avail. My conditions continued to worsen. My employer made an extensive amount of accommodation for me as I want to work but eventually the pain got too extreme and I was regularly missing work, going in late or leaving early. Making the decision to file for Social Security disability was one of the most difficult decisions I've ever made. Ed made sure that all the necessary documents, expert proof from my physicians, personal references from friends, colleagues, and former employers was received and supportive of my claim. Being a mother of 5 children this was a very stressful period for me and my family as I've always been the primary income as I have a degree in business management. Ed was always confident my case would be resolved in my favor. He walked me through the parts of the process I didn't have much knowledge in and reassured me when my fears would overwhelm me as he is well aware I can no longer be employed. He, and his great staff, took care of everything they needed to and let me know what I needed to take care of in plenty of time since he understands chronic pain interferes with every aspect of a person's life including timely completing tasks as simple as making sure the reference letters are complete and turned in prior to the hearing date and any additional documents from medical providers are completed or additional diagnostic tests ordered get performed. Many times with chronic medical conditions and pain remembering to do the simplest tasks (making phone calls, emailing references to get letters, getting diagnostic tests completed) are difficult as the pain attempts to take all Energy and attention due to the severity. When it came time for my hearing I was extremely anxious about it and Ed once again reassured me that everything would be ok and I have the medical conditions and supportive testimony to meet the SSDI requirements. He met me prior to my hearing to call my fears and go over the process again, calmed my fears and let me know to be myself and answer the judges questions as completely and honestly as possible. A month later I received my letter stating the decision was made in my favor. The process still wasn't complete and Ed stayed in regular contact with me regarding the next steps and getting my back pay, Medicare and the additional payments for my minor children. In a professional and personal situation I'd refer to Ed as I've seen his results. Thanks