A Social Security disability hearing can be stressful, since you’ve waited so long to have a judge hear your case, and you have no idea whether you’ll win your disability claim. Some people have to wait an entire year before receiving their day. Over half of all appeals are won at the hearing stage of the claims process, but it’s still crucial that you ensure the tides are in your favor. You never want to arrive at the Office of Disability Adjudication and Review unprepared. Below, we outline how to win a Social Security disability hearing or at least increase your chances of a ..read more

Yes, technically, you can receive Social Security disability benefits and other forms of government benefits at the same time. However, it is vital that you understand how these different programs interact with each other so that you do not hinder your disability claim. Unemployment benefits are a great resource for out of work Americans. But, collecting both disability and unemployment benefits is risky and complicated. Why? Because unemployment benefits are mainly reserved for people able and willing to work but cannot find employment, whereas disability benefits are for individuals who ..read more

Knowing how to answer questions on disability forms can mean the difference between receiving Social Security benefits and having your disability claim denied. The questions may seem ordinary or unimportant, but Social Security often draws conclusions about your disability based on your answers. For example, if you write that one of your hobbies is knitting or woodworking, the SSA may assume you have full use of your hands including fine motor skills and you are able to sit in one place for a long period of time. Try to think about your answers in terms of what they communicate ..read more

When determining whether you truly have a disability that prevents you from working, Social Security will use the residual functional capacity (RFC) assessment form to ascertain what activities and tasks you can still perform. In short, an RFC  looks at both your abilities and limitations. For example, you may be able to stand for two hours and sit for four hours, but you may not be able to lift any weight. The claims examiner will use both your medical records and physician’s statements to complete a physical or mental RFC, depending on the form of your limitations. Y ..read more

If you experience severe migraine headaches, you may be wondering whether you can qualify for disability. The answer is yes. But it can be very difficult to obtain Social Security disability benefits. The process can be made easier with the help of a skilled disability lawyer. At Oren & Oren, we can guide you through the disability claims process and help you obtain benefits. Call us today. What Are Symptoms of Chronic Migraines? Migraines are neurological headaches that involve symptoms like nausea, vomiting, light and sound sensitivity, and more. Migraines can be mild, but are often ..read more

We can all agree that Social Security disability benefits are valuable to those who are in need. Even so, navigating the rules and regulations, paperwork and expectations can be daunting at best. Worse yet, if you have taken the time to apply and were ultimately denied, it can be quite a disheartening experience. But did you know that there are certain procedures you can follow that will better guarantee a positive outcome? Continue reading to learn about 5 simple indicators when it comes to how to qualify disability benefits. In the end, this information should help you as you begin your camp ..read more

If your application for disability benefits is denied, don’t lose hope. Appeal it. Learn how to start a disability appeal. Your application for Social Security disability or Supplemental Security Income benefits was denied by Social Security Administration examiners who have a reputation for rejecting more claims than they accept. In fact, according to the Social Security Disability Resource Center), 70% of California applicants are denied. Except in certain parts of Los Angeles, California applicants that want to appeal have four options available to them. To learn more ab ..read more

After an initial attempt to qualify for Social Security or disability has been denied, disability appeal lawyers can help. With widespread concerns about the long-term solvency of the program, the U.S. government has become much more cautious about allowing people onto the program. The majority of those who apply for SSD are denied on the first attempt. The judges who preside over these cases force those who apply to get indisputable evidence that they cannot work. That’s where having a disability appeal lawyer comes in. The Bakersfield and Fresno disability attorneys at Oren & O ..read more

If you have a Social Security disability hearing coming up, you’re probably feeling pretty nervous. What happens next? What can you do to improve your chances of obtaining an approval? By now, you’ve likely been through a lot with the Social Security Administration. At Oren & Oren, we can help you prepare for your hearing, as well as advise of what pitfalls to avoid. How Long Will I Have to Wait? Expect to wait 327-602 days before your Social Security disability hearing. Many disability seekers give up when they learn it will take that long. Even when you do have the hearing, it’ll ta ..read more

Only a third of applicants are approved for disability on their first application; the other two-thirds have their disability claim denied. That isn’t, however, a reason to give up. Often, these applications were denied due to lack of evidence and not because they were bad claims. A Bakersfield disability benefits attorney can help you get the evidence you need in order to prove your claim. Oren & Oren helps those who have been denied disability get the evidence they need to prove their case before the disability judge. We contact your doctors, vocational specialists, and anyone else who c ..read more