Those us familiar with the workings of the Social Security Disability program have noticed, nationwide, a severe decline in the allowance rate – particularly at the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) level of review. Our perception has been that mental and psychological cases aren’t being awarded as much as they used to be in the past …
If you’re a disability claimant in upstate South Carolina, you should be aware that CDI investigations are becoming more common. This is a relatively new practice in disability adjudication. Historically, I used to advise client that they didn’t have to worry about being followed, tailed, investigated or otherwise checked on by the Social Security Administration …
Having represented thousands of Social Security claimants in hearings, I have concluded that one expression, above all, is the most despised by Administrative Law Judges. The express is: “It’s been a while.” This vague evasion almost always undercuts your credibility as a witness. This is what we hear: When is the last time you were …
Starting April 20, 2015, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will require disability claimants to submit any written evidence no later than five business days before the date of their scheduled hearing. It also requires representatives to submit all known evidence that relates to whether the person is disabled – whether it is supportive of disability …
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