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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
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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?
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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
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What Medical Evidence Is important To Have For Your SSD Application?

Are you getting ready for your Social Security disability case but feeling overwhelmed? To help you get ready, we are here today with a list of three pieces of medical evidence you need to present to win your case. They will increase your chances of success, and it starts with objective records. To hear more, watch our short video.

By |2023-02-07T14:00:04-06:00February 2nd, 2023|Application process, Blog, SSD|Comments Off on What Medical Evidence Is important To Have For Your SSD Application?
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Filing for SSI Benefits in Illinois

Are you unable to work because of disability or age? Do you need financial assistance to cover your basic needs? You might be eligible for federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. And if you live in Illinois you might also qualify for state assistance programs. Find out what steps you must follow to file for SSI benefits in Illinois.

By |2023-01-13T11:47:23-06:00January 10th, 2023|Application process, Blog|Comments Off on Filing for SSI Benefits in Illinois
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Applying for SSDI with a Temporary Disability

Although you cannot receive SSD benefits for partial disability, it is possible to qualify based on a temporary disability. For SSD purposes, “temporary disability” doesn’t mean a short-term disability – it means a disability or medical condition you are expected to eventually recover from. So long as the disability has lasted, or is expected to last, 12 months or more, you are eligible to apply for SSD benefits. Here’s what you need to know before deciding to apply.

By |2023-01-13T12:06:46-06:00December 2nd, 2022|Application process, Blog, Eligibility|Comments Off on Applying for SSDI with a Temporary Disability
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Working Seasonally and Applying for SSD Benefits

A lot of people take seasonal jobs. Workers of various ages and abilities can earn extra money, get job experience or turn a temp job into a permanent position. If you are currently on SSD benefits, you need to be careful about taking a seasonal position. Watch our video to learn more.

By |2022-11-18T15:22:23-06:00November 4th, 2022|Application process, Blog|Comments Off on Working Seasonally and Applying for SSD Benefits
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Explaining Work History on Your SSD Application for Benefits

One way the SSA evaluates whether your disability prevents you from working is by conducting a thorough examination of your work history. You submit work history information on the Work History Report. Here’s what the SSA is looking for, and how to complete the form to improve the chance your disability application is approved.

By |2022-10-27T13:14:21-05:00October 22nd, 2022|Application process, Blog, SSD|Comments Off on Explaining Work History on Your SSD Application for Benefits
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The Importance of a Medical Source Statement to Your Social Security Disability Claim

A patient’s medical file is filled with labs, X-rays, MRIs, statements of diagnosis, treatment plans, detailed notes and a dozen other documents, all which support your medical condition and prove that you are disabled. So why does an attorney need a medical source statement to support your Social Security Disability (SSD) application? Watch our video to learn more.

By |2022-10-21T15:47:14-05:00October 18th, 2022|Application process, Blog, SSD|Comments Off on The Importance of a Medical Source Statement to Your Social Security Disability Claim
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