Navigating the Duration Requirement: Eligibility for Social Security Disability Benefits

Do you know what the social security disability duration rule is? In this video, we discuss the Social Security 12-month duration rule, which dictates the timeframe you must be off work to qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits.

By |2023-07-20T14:41:46-05:00July 20th, 2023|Application process, Blog, Eligibility, SSD|Comments Off on Navigating the Duration Requirement: Eligibility for Social Security Disability Benefits

Applying for SSD Benefits with Congestive Heart Failure or Other Heart Issues

Do you have congestive heart failure or other underlying heart condition? If so, you may be eligible for SSD Benefits. What types of heart issues qualify, and what you should know? Learn about the application process and requirements for SSDI.

By |2023-06-30T12:01:25-05:00June 24th, 2023|Blog, SSD, Various diseases and conditions|Comments Off on Applying for SSD Benefits with Congestive Heart Failure or Other Heart Issues

The Recipe for Winning Your Social Security Disability Case

Are you struggling with your Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income case? Proving your disability to the judge is not an easy process. There are a lot of legalities involved that can be very frustrating. To help, we are sharing the key ingredients you need to strengthen and win your case.

By |2023-06-20T14:08:01-05:00June 20th, 2023|Application process, Blog, SSD, SSI|Comments Off on The Recipe for Winning Your Social Security Disability Case

How to Increase Your Chances of Winning Social Security Disability When You’re Over 50

Are you or a loved one struggling with a disability and in need of Social Security disability or Supplemental Security Income benefits? Did you know that it's easier to win a case when you're over 50 years old? We’ll explore why this is the case and how an experienced attorney can help you navigate the process. Don't miss out on this valuable information. To hear more details, watch this short video.

By |2023-04-13T13:13:59-05:00April 13th, 2023|Blog, SSD|Comments Off on How to Increase Your Chances of Winning Social Security Disability When You’re Over 50

Applying for SSD Benefits with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

The social security administration has finally realized the seriousness of TBI. In 2016, the SSA added the diagnosis to its "blue book" list of conditions that are eligible for social security disability benefits. Read the blog and watch our short video to learn more.

By |2023-03-28T14:23:21-05:00March 19th, 2023|Blog, Various diseases and conditions|Comments Off on Applying for SSD Benefits with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

Watch Out for These SSD Case Pitfalls

Social Security disability cases involve a meticulous process, and judges are expected to nitpick your reports and medical records. If you’re not careful, you can easily ruin your chances of being eligible for the benefits. What factors do judges consider to have a negative impact on your disability case? To learn what you need to watch out for when filing your reports, watch this short video.

By |2023-03-13T13:07:04-05:00March 13th, 2023|Blog, SSD|Comments Off on Watch Out for These SSD Case Pitfalls

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