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Applying for Disability
Jonathan Rodis, National Disability Advocate Kathleen Kane, ESQ
Disability Attorney
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Making the Decision to File
• Health Considerations • Financial Considerations • Emotional Considerations
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The Filing Process Online or In person?
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Our Suggested Checklist for Filing ❖ Filling Out the SSI and SSDI Forms ❖ State Funding / Programs ❖ Support Letter (after first denial) ❖ Doctor’s Support Letters ❖ (Condition) Research ❖ (Condition) Doctor’s Evaluation ❖ Medical Records ❖ Approved Cases in State ❖ Daily Journal (with all listings)
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Early Approval is Possible! Listing of condition under SSA regulations
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Residual Functional Capacity
An individual’s residual functional capacity is his or her ability to do physical and mental work activities on a sustained basis despite limitations from his or her impairments. All of the impairments must be considered, including impairments that are not severe.
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Stages of Appeal • Reconsideration • Hearing • Appeals Counsel • U.S. District Court
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Administrative Hearings
• Preparation • Witnesses • Medical Experts • Vocational Experts
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Contingent Fee
25% of retroactive payments
with a maximum of $6,000
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Questions?
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Don’t be discouraged,
We are here to help!
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Thanks for listening!
Jonathan Rodis,
National Disability Advocate Kathleen Kane, ESQ www.spillanelawoffices.com
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