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About Social Security Disability Representatives

Social Security Disability Representatives If you are disabled, you may be suffering from pain or fatigue and jumping through Social Security Disability (“SSD”) hoops just isn’t going to work for you. Because the process of acquiring SSD benefits is often drawn-out, complicated, and frustrating, the Social Security Administration (“SSA”) allows you to appoint a Social Security

Your SSD Claim was Denied? Now What?

Your SSD Claim was Denied.  Now what? You gathered records, filled out the application for Social Security Disability, and waited for an answer… Then, you receive a letter from Social Security saying that you have been DENIED benefits because you are NOT too disabled to work?! Claim denied. You know that you can’t work on

MS and Social Security Disability – A Guide for Doctors

Dear Doctor: The Social Security Administration (SSA) views the opinion of a treating doctor as extremely valuable in a disability claim.  Your MS patient needs you to provide an opinion based on your understanding of your patient’s symptoms and knowledge of your patient’s impairments. In this guide you will find: (1) an overview of the

MS Cognitive Impairment and Social Security Disability

MS Cognitive Impairment and SSD: Multiple Sclerosis is widely known for the physical debilitation that it causes people with MS.  However, many patients experience even more than physical debilitation. They also suffer from cognitive impairment. Cognitive impairment occurs in up to 65 percent of people with MS and substantially impacts the lives of patients with

Multiple Sclerosis and Social Security Disability

Multiple Sclerosis: Many Social Security Disability claimants struggle with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). SSD Criteria What is the Social Security Administration (SSA) looking for when deciding whether your MS qualifies you for benefits?  SSA wants to know about your: 1. Motor Function Do you suffer from a disorganization of motor function in two extremities that has

Should you qualify for SSD benefits?

Should you qualify for SSD benefits? If you have applied for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSD) benefits and have been denied, try this FREE SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY CASE EVALUATION to see whether you should pursue an appeal. If you are disabled and need help navigating the Social Security Disability system.  Contact Deborah at The Hardin Law Firm, PLC,

Social Security Disability Case Evaluation

Social Security Disability Case Evaluation If you suffer from a medical or mental condition that is so severe that you are unable to work full time, we may be able to help. If you live in the Central Arkansas area and feel  you should qualify for Social Security Disability, please fill out the required fields

How much does a Social Security Disability attorney cost?

We have all heard the line, “If we don’t win, you don’t pay!”  This is usually true for Social Security Disability attorneys.   When you hire a disability attorney to represent you with your Social Security Disability (“SSD”) Claim, the Social Security Administration must approve any fee agreement that you sign. This particular fee agreement

What does “disabled” mean, anyway?

When applying for SSDI or SSI benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) must consider whether or not you are “disabled.” What does the SSA mean when they say “disabled?” 1) You must have a severe impairment; 2) You must be unable to do substantial work because of your medical condition(s); and 3) Your medical condition(s)

Disability for Chronic Migraines

Disability for Chronic Migraines If you experience regular, severe migraine headaches, it may be difficult to function on a daily basis, often able to do nothing more than stay in bed in a dark room for hours – or days – at a time. Does this qualify you for SSD? It might. For more details