I generally advise my clients to fill in the forms to take to the IME examination. To me, this is part of the history during the exam. If the...

Will more information coming in after my application cause problems getting Social Security disability approved?

No. Paychecks received after the disability onset date for work done before the disability onset date are not considered post-disability onset...

I agree with Mr. Cook. The Seattle ODAR office is very overwhelmed. Sometimes we get decisions in 2-3 months, often it takes 6 months or longer. ...

I don't know what to do our where to start....Help

Start by applying for social security disability. You can apply online at www.socialsecurity.gov, over the phone at 800-772-1213, or by going in...

Personal Injury Claim due to MVA - How to negotiate payback of short and long term disability benefits

Are you represented in your personal injury claim? If so, this is a question for your lawyer. If you are settling this on your own, STD and LTD...

Denied Social Security SSDI by ALJ and my lawyer appealed to the AC?

I agree with the other answers posted. Since you had an attorney who obtained a reverse and remand at the Appeals Council, I assume you are still...

Are you represented in your workers compensation claim? Were you represented in your social security appeal? If so, address these questions to...

Anyone can apply. I think what you are really asking is - is bilateral hand arthritis enough for me to be found totally disabled? It depends on...

Can I sue my SSI atty for lost back pay & lost work credits?

I agree with Alden Yako. You will need to prove breach of the standard of care and that you would have won your case had the attorney met the...

If I'm on SSI and win a lawsuit that has nothing to do with my SSI, do I have to get off SSI?

SSI is subject to strict resources limitations - $2,000.00 of non-exempt resources in the case of a single person, $3,000.00 in the case of a...