While testifying at your Social Security disability hearing, let the judge know that you are unable to work due to the limitations caused by your medical condition. Make sure you are fully prepared to testify at the hearing by reviewing the following advice.  

The Social Security Administration is tasked with determining whether disability claimants are truly disabled and unable to work. To accomplish this, they primarily use four types of evidence, which you will be asked to submit. To improve the likelihood of being granted Chicago SSD benefits, make sure you understand the four types of evidence they [...]

A Chicago Social Security disability lawyer may help with your Social Security disability case in a number of ways. In addition to helping you submit the necessary application and supporting evidence, a lawyer may be able to provide ongoing counsel as issues arise. For example, some claimants may wish to pursue some work while they [...]

One of the most important things that your Chicago Social Security attorney can explain to you is how to describe your physical limitations. The administrative judge or case administrator for your disability case needs to be able to understand completely how your disability has impacted your life. Correctly explaining your imitations is the best way [...]

Your Chicago SSD attorney from Chicago Disability Law, presents this video to help you better understand the Social Security disability application review and approval process and to help you better prepare. Whether your claim is under review or your case is in appeal, there are steps you can take to improve your chances of a [...]

Can age affect your Social Security disability case? Your age is an important consideration for your Northbrook Social Security disability attorney. That's because rules about disability cases vary for claimants who are under or over 55. If you're older, you may have an easier time showing that you cannot perform your usual work. Relevant Work [...]

As you await acceptance or denial of your Social Security claim, you may wonder what happens once you receive a favorable decision. Our Chicago disability lawyers have provided the following questions and answers to help you navigate the process. Acquiring Social Security disability benefits can seem like an unattainable task. How do I know if [...]

Northbrook Social Security disability attorneys routinely face questions about Social Security fraud. The Social Security Administration takes fraud very seriously, and the penalties are likewise severe: penalties can include up to 15 years of prison time, up to $10,000 in fines, or both. These penalties can apply to any fraud conviction, regardless of whether or [...]

A large portion of the work that the disability lawyers in Chicago involves helping their clients to prepare for and complete their disability hearings. When you are appealing a denial of your disability claim to a hearing, there are several things you should know in order to better prepare. The Administrative Hearing Disability hearings are [...]

If you have recently joined the ranks of the newly disabled, a Chicago Social Security law firm may be able to help you obtain the best possible outcome from your application for Social Security benefits. You may apply in person at a Social Security office, over the telephone, or online. Whichever way you choose, the [...]

As a Chicago SSD lawyer can explain, there are several requirements that a physician must meet before his or her medical opinion will be given serious consideration by the Social Security Administration. An Acceptable Medical Source The first thing the SSA will consider is whether your doctor qualifies as an acceptable medical source. Not all [...]