Social Security Disability: Self-Representation Lowers Chance of Approval for Benefits

One often overlooked reason that SSD applications are denied has little to do with the extent of the disability. Instead, these applications are denied because the applicant chose to represent themselves, rather than hire a social security disability attorney. While hiring a disability attorney isn’t required, doing so can vastly improve the chances that you are approved for benefits.

By |2023-02-27T10:40:46-06:00February 27th, 2023|Application process, Blog, SSD|Comments Off on Social Security Disability: Self-Representation Lowers Chance of Approval for Benefits

Don’t Be Fooled by These Trick Questions When Applying for SSD Benefits

While getting approved for Social Security benefits, you’ll spend a lot of time answering questions with your attorney and the administrative law judge. These are often straightforward and easy to tackle, but you need to be on the lookout for trick questions. These are sneaky ways of determining if there is alternative work that you could be doing. To learn more about the trick questions that judges ask, watch our short video.

By |2023-02-22T13:44:48-06:00February 22nd, 2023|Application process, Blog, SSD|Comments Off on Don’t Be Fooled by These Trick Questions When Applying for SSD Benefits

What To Do if You’ve Been Denied SSD Benefits?

Were your Social Security Disability benefits denied? If so, we know the situation can be very frustrating. However, there are steps you can take to prevent or appeal a denial. The Good Law Group can help you every step of the way. To find out more, watch our short video.

By |2023-02-22T13:45:08-06:00February 22nd, 2023|Application process, Blog, SSD|Comments Off on What To Do if You’ve Been Denied SSD Benefits?

How To Apply for a Social Security Disability Expedited Reinstatement of Benefits

If you earn above the substantial gainful activity (SGA) threshold, other than during a trial work period, eligibility for benefits will end. If, however, the disability later prevents you from performing SGA, you can apply to get disability benefits reinstated without going through the entire application process again.

By |2023-03-13T11:57:01-05:00February 14th, 2023|Application process, Blog, SSD|Comments Off on How To Apply for a Social Security Disability Expedited Reinstatement of Benefits

How Medical Improvement Impacts Social Security Disability Benefits

Have your Social Security benefits been approved? Did you know that you could be at risk of losing those benefits due to something called medical improvement? See two examples of how medical improvement could impact your case. Learn how comparison point decision date could come into play. To learn more about medical improvement and Social Security Disability, watch our video.

By |2023-02-07T13:45:54-06:00February 7th, 2023|Blog, Eligibility, SSD|Comments Off on How Medical Improvement Impacts Social Security Disability Benefits

What Medical Evidence Is important To Have For Your SSD Application?

Are you getting ready for your Social Security disability case but feeling overwhelmed? To help you get ready, we are here today with a list of three pieces of medical evidence you need to present to win your case. They will increase your chances of success, and it starts with objective records. To hear more, watch our short video.

By |2023-02-07T14:00:04-06:00February 2nd, 2023|Application process, Blog, SSD|Comments Off on What Medical Evidence Is important To Have For Your SSD Application?

The Difference Between FMLA, Short-Term Disability and SSD Benefits

If you are unable to work due to injury or illness, you may wonder what options are available to assist you financially until you can return to work – if you are able to return to work at all. Here, we’ll explore the differences between three common programs employees turn to when illness or injury negatively affects their ability to work.

By |2023-01-26T11:25:35-06:00January 20th, 2023|Blog, SSD|Comments Off on The Difference Between FMLA, Short-Term Disability and SSD Benefits

Applying for SSD Benefits with Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)

Degenerative joint disease, or DJD, is progressive, which means symptoms worsen over time. This can make it difficult for those who suffer from DJD to participate in activities of daily living or to work. If DJD interferes with your ability to work you may be eligible for social security disability (SSD) benefits. Here is what you need to know about applying for disability benefits with degenerative joint disease.

By |2023-01-26T11:29:15-06:00December 22nd, 2022|Blog, Various diseases and conditions|Comments Off on Applying for SSD Benefits with Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)

What You Should Know About Lymphedema and Social Security Disability Benefits

Lymphedema is a condition that causes swelling in one or more parts of the body, usually the arm(s) and/or leg(s). Lymphedema can range in intensity from mild to severe. But is it severe enough to qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits? Here’s what you should know about lymphedema and SSD benefits before you apply. Watch our video.

By |2022-11-18T15:24:06-06:00November 7th, 2022|Blog, Various diseases and conditions|Comments Off on What You Should Know About Lymphedema and Social Security Disability Benefits