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Episode 2 – Ethics, Mental Illness, and SSI Fee Withholding
Social Security Disability Law Weekly is a podcast devoted to issues in Social Security Disability Law. Discussion is focused on Disability Insurance Benefits and Supplemental Security Income payments. The podcast is hosted by Steven Butler of Linarducci & Butler, PA.
Episode 2 focuses on: preparation for “Can [...]
Social Security Disability Law Weekly. Presented by Steven Butler of Linarducci & Butler. Focus on Social Security Administration disability programs. Discussion of Social Security Disability Insurance, Supplemental Security Income Payments, and Widow(er)'s Disability Benefits. New episodes posted weekly. Emphasis placed on individuals living in Delaware, New Jersey, Maryland and Pennsylvania.
Category Archives: Social Security
Social Security Disability Law Weekly – Episode 2
Social Security Disability Applicants’ Access to Professional Representation Act of 2010 Signed Into Law
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Today the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR) advised its members that HR 4532, the “Social Security Disability Applicants’ Access to Professional Representation Act of 2010″ was signed into law by President Barack Obama on February 27, 2010.
This legislation is important because it permanently enacted fee withholding and direct payment of fees in [...]
Social Security Disability Law Weekly Podcast – Episode 1
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Episode 1 – Unemployment, District Court, and the 40 Hour Work Week.
This is the premiere episode of my new podcast focusing on Social Security Disability issues. I plan on posting new episodes on a weekly basis. The purpose of this podcast is to allow me to talk in more detail about issues in Social Security [...]
Episode 1: Unemployment, District Court, and the 40 Hour Work Week: Play Now | Play in Popup | DownloadBe Wary of Social Security Disability/SSI Advice Found on Disability Law Websites
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Recently James publishing launched JamesDisabilityLaw.com. I was excited to see the launch of the site, as I am a subscriber of five Social Security Disability practice guides published by James Publishing. The practice guides help me stay informed of developments in Social Security Disability Law, and educate myself on unique issues that I do not [...]
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Eligibility Criteria by Age
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When you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments from the Social Security Administration, it is important to realize that different standards are used to determine your disability based on your age. As an adult, it is hardest to qualify for benefits if you are between the ages of [...]
Use Caution When Using Social Security Online Disability Services Without Assistance
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With the horrible winter weather in Delaware, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has been forced to close its office on several occasions. For individuals pursuing Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims, this has made it difficult to conduct business in person. Even when the local SSA office has been open, [...]
An ALJ Approved me for Social Security Disability, Where is my Money?
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After being approved for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income payments (SSI) by an Administrative Law Judge, individuals are often concerned about the payment process. Although you have been approved for benefits, it is important to realize that you will not receive your payments immediately. The ALJ simply found that you qualified [...]
What Happens after a Social Security Disability/SSI ALJ Hearing
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In November, I published a four-part series on what to expect at a Social Security Disability (SSDI)/Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Administrative Law Judge Hearing. (Part1, My Hearing has been scheduled, now what?; Part 2, the day of your ALJ Hearing; Part 3, what happens during my hearing?; Part 4, tips for an effective Hearing.) Recently, [...]
The Social Security Administration makes New Administrative Law Judge Data Available Online
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The Social Security Administration recently released public use files on its website that provide indicators of productivity of Administrative Law Judges. This data is helpful for claimants that are waiting for a hearing to decide their eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Previously, the majority of this information [...]
Importance of Specialist Care when Experiencing Chronic Pain
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The first question I ask when evaluating a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claim for chronic pain is “are you seeing a specialist? I am surprised that many potential clients that have been experiencing chronic pain for an extended period have never seen a specialist. Although I respect family care [...]