The Social Security Administration maintains all Social Security Disability claim files in an electronic format. The instructions below will walk you through the process of obtaining and opening an encrypted CD from the SSA. How Do I Get a Copy of My Social Security Disability File? A claimant and/or an authorized representative has the right …
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SSA Grid Rules Explained
If your impairment does not meet or equal an impairment listing, the Social Security Administration’s medical-vocational or Grid rules come into play. SSA Grid rules may help disability applicants who are 50 years old or older get approved for Social Security Disability benefits if they do not have helpful job skills or the job skills …
What Is A Trial Work Period?
Are you ready to rejoin the workforce? A trial work period allows you to test the waters. During a trial work period, a beneficiary receiving Social Security disability benefits may test his or her ability to work and still be considered disabled. Social Security does not consider services performed during the trial work period as …
Can A Doctor Refuse To Fill Out Disability Forms?
When applying for disability insurance benefits, one crucial requirement is having medical evidence to support your claim. Your doctor may need to complete specific paperwork to support your claim, such as an Attending Physician’s Statement (APS) or Residual Functional Capacity (RFC) form. These forms detail your diagnoses, treatment, and any restrictions or limitations. However, some …
How Do I Ask My Doctor For Disability?
According to the CDC, about 61 million adults in the United States have a disability. That means 1 in 4 adults have some disability, whether back problems, autoimmune disorders, heart diseases, vision impairment, or one of many other disabling medical conditions. Living with a disabling condition is tough enough on its own, but one of …
Top 10 Mistakes Social Security Disability Claimants Make
Filing a claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) disability benefits can be long and complicated. You must avoid the common mistakes that most claimants make to improve your chances of being approved for Social Security Disability.
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4 Reasons Social Security Disability Claims For Mental Illness Get Denied
The top 4 reasons Social Security Disability Claims for Mental Illness get denied are: Social Security Disability attorney Nick Ortiz provides more detail on these issues below. Common Reasons the SSA Denies Claims for Mental Health Your Medical Records are Illegible or Don’t Provide Enough Infomation One of the biggest problems we face in a …
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Schedule For Social Security Disability Payments [2025 Update]
Schedule For Social Security Disability Payments Social Security disability, survivor, and retirement benefits are paid in the month after they are payable. The benefit payment day is determined by the day of the month the payment recipient was born. For beneficiaries born between the 1st of the month and the 10th of the month, benefits …
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Knowing What Wins A Social Security Disability Claim (Free Webinar)
Sign up for our no cost, online training webinar and you will get exclusive training with Social Security Disability attorney Nick Ortiz. He will show you how to take control and build a winning claim for Social Security Disability benefits without hiring an attorney. Attendees will learn: How to exercise power over the outcome of your …
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Lyft Updates Policies Following A Dozen Disability Discrimination Complaints
After being accused of denying rides to people with disabilities in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the popular ride-sharing service Lyft has agreed to update its policies and procedures to prevent further discrimination against people using foldable or collapsible wheelchairs and walkers and ensure equal access to rides. As part of a …
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Residual Functional Capacity Forms [Download A Free RFC Form]
Residual Functional Capacity Forms play a pivotal role in evaluating disability claims. The disability claims handler deciding your long-term disability claim or Social Security Disability claim needs to assess your residual functional capacity (RFC) to determine if you can work. One way to accomplish this is by having a doctor assess your residual functional capacity and complete an RFC …
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What The SSA Won’t Tell You About The Disability Application Process
When you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits (DIB, also called SSDI or RSDI), Social Security does not tell you that you can (or should) hire a lawyer to assist you in your claim. You Have the Right to Representation From the Beginning The Ortiz Law Firm is a disability law firm that was …
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