Tag Archives: Social Security Disability
Who Decides My Claim and How Long Does It Take?
Once a claim is filed, whether Title II or Title XVI, the department of vocational rehabilitation for the state in which it is filed, through its disability determination services office (DDS), will review the claim and make the initial decision.
DO I NEED SOMEONE TO REPRESENT ME IN MY CLAIM?
No one is required to have a representative to assist them with their claim, but a skilled attorney experienced in representing people in disability claims is often the difference between winning and losing your claim. In fact, except for the most … Continue reading
HOW DO I START A CLAIM FOR DISABILITY?
Generally a person can start his or her claim by calling the SSA teleservice center at SSA”s toll free number, 1-800-772-1213. The teleservice center staff will call your local SSA office and make you an appointment with an SSA representative. … Continue reading
WHAT IS SOCIAL SECURITY’S TEST FOR DISABILITY?
Whether you have applied for disability benefits based on (Title II) or Supplemental Security Income (Title XVI) the disability test is the same. Continue reading