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If the Social Security Administration (SSA) reviews your disability case through a Continuing Disability Review (CDR), it could impact your benefits. Learn what to do, how to respond, and how The Good Law Group can help protect your SSD benefits and guide you through the appeal process.
Do you suffer from chronic migraines? Migraines can cause major issues in your everyday life, but they can be difficult to prove with imaging technology. That’s why today, we’re going over everything you need to bring to Social Security to make sure you receive the disability benefits you’re entitled to. In general, judges are looking for consistency and continued evidence of harm. To learn more, check out this video.
There are many reasons the SSA may deny a worker’s disability application, from lack of information to support a claim of disability to a determination that the disability isn’t severe enough. Below are some of the most common reasons a disability application may be denied.
What happens if a vocational expert says you can still work, even when you can’t? That testimony can carry significant weight in an SSDI hearing and might hurt your chances of approval. Today, I’ll break down how vocational experts affect your SSDI hearing cases and why their role deserves your full attention. I’ll cover how your job history is classified, what residual functional capacity means, and how outdated job definitions can be challenged. Learn more in this video.
What should you do when your SSDI claim is denied? It’s frustrating, especially after waiting so long, but denial doesn’t mean your case is over. Today, I’ll walk you through the steps you can take when you're denied SSDI benefits. You’ll see how reconsideration, hearings, and written arguments at higher levels all play a role in keeping your claim on track. Check out this video to get a better understanding of the full appeal process and what to expect along the way.
What does your SSDI onset date really mean for your case? Some disability applicants miss out on months of back pay simply because they don’t understand how this date is chosen. We explain what the onset date means for your SSDI case and how judges determine it based on your work history, condition, and age. You'll learn how timing, rules, and evidence come together to shape the outcome of your claim. Check out the video to hear the rest.
Are you struggling to get your SSDI claim approved for fibromyalgia? The Social Security Administration requires more than just a diagnosis to approve your case. In this video, I explain how SSA evaluates fibromyalgia and the exact documentation they expect to see. You’ll learn what criteria your records must meet and why some claims are denied despite valid symptoms. If you want to learn how to prepare a stronger, more credible case, just check out this video.
Is your SSDI application strong enough to get approved? Applicants are often denied because their cases lack the specific details judges need to see. In this video, I’ll explain the three main things a Social Security law judge focuses on during your hearing. You’ll discover how your medical records, doctor’s statements, and personal testimony can work together to support your claim. Get the clarity you need to walk into your hearing fully prepared.
Are small mistakes on your SSDI forms putting your disability claim at risk? Most applicants unknowingly provide inaccurate details about their ability to lift, stand, or perform daily tasks, which can lead to delays or denials. Today, I’ll walk you through two forms most often filled out incorrectly: the Work History Report and the Function Report, and how to get them right. For example, if you list “doing laundry” but get help, it must be reported that way, or Social Security may assume you do it alone. Check out this video to avoid common SSDI form mistakes.
How much SSDI or SSI back pay are you eligible to receive? That’s a question we get all the time, especially from people who have been out of work for a while and aren’t sure how the system works. In this video, I'll explain how the five-month SSDI waiting period applies, how SSI works differently, and what limits your back pay amount. You’ll also learn why working history, inflation, and application dates all matter when calculating what you’re owed. If you need help understanding your back pay, this video will guide you.
