Why a Lawyer Will Not Take Your Case

I wish I could help every Social Security disability applicant who contacts me about his/her pending claim.
Unfortunately I cannot represent every potential client who calls me.
In this video I discuss many of the factors that cause me to decline representation and the factors I look for in cases that I want to take.
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[@Ericathulu]

You're doing an amazing thing for people trying to navigate this system!

[@tjwakefield6635]

Just an update I went to court today and I won fully favourable just do what ur lawyer says and tell the truth

[@ssdattorney]

Agreed.

[@evette45evette21]

Did you fill on your own first or you seek an attorney first?

[@chrisbee5355]

I told the WHOLE truth!!! But, got a judge taht only approves 15% of cases & was doing marijuana once a month for psychological relief & was DENIED. I have Spinal Stenosis!!!!!!

[@garythornbury9793]

mr Ginsberg that you for your videos i was approved after a stroke, and a 40 year self-employed history, mine was a simple case but, i was helped by your videos, thank you

[@flyingalbert]

I agree with you. Every attorney and judge are different. I had DDD on my lower back and anxiety and depression and over 50. My 1st local attorney I found from google refused to take my case said I was not sever enough. I went ahead and applied myself anyway at 51 after I exhausted my short term disability. Denied 1st time. Look for local attorney again randomly from a list I got from local SSA office. A local attorney took my case without much question. Went to hearing while this attorney more concentrated on my low back and physical issue and less on my anxiety and depression. After 6 month, got a denied letter. Appeal again. Attorney quit the law firm, another attorney in the same law firm took over my case. This attorney was more concentrated on my anxiety and depression and not much on my physical issue on this appeal. Judge approved my case without a hearing. I was 56. Overall, it took me 5 years, 3 lawyers and 2 judges. They are all very different.

[@battybethc]

Thankyou for your Uploads. They are helpful.

[@brandonroberts9827]

I'm 39 I won my case on the spot. For PTSD major depression and anxiety

[@ssdattorney]

Congrats. The medical in your case must have been very clear.

[@FUNNYMANERICWHITE]

Any advice. I have bipolar and have a hearing soon. Have a lawyer aswell

[@lobotomyscam1051]

Wow. Very lucky. I'm 44 and I have severe depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, PTSD, stage 4 osteoarthritis in both knees and it took me four years to get a denial from a hearing. And when I say I have depression, I don't mean the type of depression that pretty goth girls use for likes on Instagram. My depression is the type that makes me cry every day uncontrollably and sit in my room... for six years. Good times, good times.

[@wendyjasso7849]

Wow how did you manage that? I have cptsd,major depression and anxiety and they keep telling me there is work I can do. 3rd denial w mris,cts,paper trail from hades. Smh I don't understand how these people work.

[@ambermarshall4846]

@wendyjasso7849 Have you been going to the Drs and stuff I have the same problems as you I’m on my reconsideration part do you have a lawyer also

[@eman3208]

Thank you for all your time and information..

[@ssdattorney]

You are most welcome!

[@ichikireiLV]

THIS WAS VERY HELPFUL! I AM OUT OF STATE, BUT I CAN SEE YOU ARE A CARING, EMPATHETIC AND HONEST PERSON. I APPLIED FOR SSI IN PAST, AND MY ATTORNEY COMPLETELY STRUGGLED AT MY HEARING. HE LOST MY RECORDS, WAS CONFUSED, STATED THINGS THAT WERE UNTRUE, AND I BELIEVE HE MIXED ME UP WITH OTHER CLIENTS. IT WAS A DISASTER. THE JUDGE WAS ANGRY BECAUSE MY LAWYER WAS TAKING TOO MUCH TIME AND SHUFFLING THROUGH PAPERS, AND THEN THE OUT OF STATE JUDGE WAS ARGUING WITH THE VOCATIONAL GUY AND TRYING TO PUT ME IN WHAT THE VOCATIONAL EXPERT SAID WAS AN INAPPROPRIATE CATEGORY. THEN THE JUDGE SAID HE WAS NOT GOING TO BELIEVE MY DOCTORS MEDICAL OPINION BUT WOULD GO WITH HIS OWN, HE SAID THERE WAS A JOB ON MY RECORD I NEVER HAD, AND HE DID NOT BELIEVE ME, SOMEONE HAD STOLEN MY IDENTITY ONCE, I TOLD HIM MAYBE IT WAS THAT. HE WAS SO RUDE TO ME, SO AGGRESSIVE, I ALMOST CRIED, ETC. IT WAS A MESS! I WAS IN SO MUCH PAIN I COULD BARELY SPEAK. THEN MY ATTORNEY WAS TO GO TO DISTRICT COURT TO TRY AND FIX THINGS, AND LIED AND TOLD ME I HAD TO PAY $400 FEE UPFRONT. THEN HE SAID HE WENT TO DISTRICT COURT WITHOUT ME AND LOST. I FOUND OUT HE NEVER EVEN WENT, AND THEN RAN OFF WITH MY MONEY. HE PAID ME BACK. HE ADMITTED HE HAD SOME PROBLEMS, BUT RUINED EVERYTHING FOR ME. I DID GET A VERY VERY SMALL AMOUNT OF MONEY, ONE SUM FOR YEARS IN THE PAST AND THAT WAS IT. I COULD NOT GET MY ATTORNEY TO EXPLAIN COHERENTLY WHAT THE HECK I GOT PAID FOR, WHEN I GOT PAID FOR, OR HOW TO FIX THINGS. AND, I COULD NOT FIND ANOTHER ATTORNEY. I HAD A LENGTHY WORK COMP CASE. BUT I WON 100% DISABILITY. A NEW LAWYER TOOK A VERY LARGE FEE FOR ONLY FIVE HOURS OF NEGOTIATION AFTER MY PREVIOUS ATTORNEY SUDDENLY PASSED. SO I AM VERY UNDERPAID. MY SSI CASE SHOULD HAVE BEEN SO CUT AND DRY. I HAD FIVE BACK SXs, HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO WORK AT ALL FOR YEARS, AND HAVE BEEN IN CONSTANT NUMEROUS DRS. CARE SINCE MY ACCIDENT, AND HAVE DECLINED EVER SINCE. I STILL HAVE CHRONIC LOW LEVEL COBALT TOXICITY, WHICH LED TO POLYCYTHEMIA VERA. I HAVE SEVERAL SERIOUS SPINAL, NERVE & MUSCULAR ABNORMALITIES, CO-MORBIDITIES & NEWLY DIAGNOSED WITH SEVERAL AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES INCL. SPS. I DESPERATELY NEED SOMEONE TO PLEASE HELP ADVISE ME ON HOW TO FIX THIS MESS. SOMEONE WHO CARES. BECAUSE THE EVIDENCE IS ALL THERE FOR THE CASE. I FEEL AS IF I AM BEING PUNISHED FOR ANOTHER PERSON’S MISTAKES. BUT I CANNOT GIVE UP. I JUST NEED A TEAM MATE. I NEED A NAVIGATOR, SOMEONE THAT IS WILLING TO PUT IN THE WORK. I WILL DO WHATEVER I NEED TO DO TO FIX THIS. I HAVE TO. I JUST NEED TO KNOW WHAT... TO DO? WOULD YOU BE WILLING TO ANSWER SOME QUESTIONS WITH A TELEPHONE CONSULTATION? I HOPE... I HOPE... I HOPE. LOTS OF GREAT VIDEOS BTW! THANK YOU! I AM TRYING TO WATCH THEM ALL.

[@evette45evette21]

Your videos are so educational 😊

[@markkirby1855]

Thanks for your videos they have helped me a lot. Im sure my lawyer is working hard on my case but she doesn't communicate with me very much. Your videos makes me more comfortable going into my hearing. Thank you

[@ssdattorney]

Thanks for the kind words, Mark

[@markkirby1855]

Social Security Disability videos had my hearing today. It lasted about 10 min. The judge disabled me on the spot. Said he didn't need to hear any more.

[@carollshaw1016]

Thank you for all of theses informative videos they were very helpful to me when I was applying for disability and yes I was approved with an atty at age 61 but I still like to watch his videos they are very interesting and helpful

[@ssdattorney]

Thanks Carroll, glad you like the videos. I enjoy making them and I appreciate your taking the time to post your comment.

[@bs1820]

39 years old and I got approved first try but I’m legit very sick and hope I can eventually get off this and be a normal functioning member of society.

[@ssdattorney]

I hope the same for you. You have the correct approach to the SSD process and judges pick up on this.

[@MsFancy-rx1ur]

oh my Goodness !!! you live in Atlanta !!! .... just as I was getting comfortable...I hope to find a social security attorney as helpful as you are !!!!! your videos are very informative and take the fear of the SSI procedures.... I'm over 55 .... any OUTSTANDING recommendations on lawyers in South Jersey?

[@battybethc]

Ms. Fancy Heck! I live in MA! Was just denied Today by Mail. My Arthritis is so bad when I work just five Hours! Next Day I'm out of Whack for the whole Day. Yet they told me I could work all Day?! Oh well, I just have to appeal I guess! Good Luck! I hope you find yourself a Lawyer! Praying you do! 🙏

[@janicelevy1731]

Thank you so much for this information.

[@ssdattorney]

Glad it was helpful!

[@emilymathews7073]

I’m guessing mental health is one you’re not nuts about! I have reason to believe I’ll be terminated for work. (I didn’t know all those rules (not an excuse). My case is a total loser. I totally understand why you can’t help everyone. You ARE very generous and kind with lots of free advice.

[@debrajohnston2760]

If someone does not have a case, they do not have a case. Some people can not or will not face facts.

[@earlegavin5931]

I got a closed period after c4,c5,c6 cervical with hardware,for 17 monthen at 46 then tried to work became homeless and was in a shelter for 19 months then tried again,i het eperdaral and meds still no help,surgery is most likely again for c6,c7..im grateful my landlord is patience.

[@AMull-nv7gf]

I know this video is several years old but I'm 36 and just had my 2nd back surgery in June 2018. First one was October 2013. Both were to save me from paralysis due to herniated disc pressing the S1 nerve root. I have Congenital Lumbar Spinal Stenosis, Degenerative Disc Disease, Foraminal Stenosis, Degenerative Arthritis, and Spondylolisthesis which is chronic. That is where the spine slips. I failed the nerve conduction test in 2013. I'm currently on my 3rd try for Social Security after being denied the first 2 times. They keep saying I don't have enough work hours. Well of course not. I've not been able to work for several years. Then they said not enough medical evidence. This time I've sent paperwork in showing MRI's, doctor visits, surgeries, emergency room visits, etc. I'm not sure if it's enough. I have 2 MRI's. One from 2013 and the current one from May 31, 2018. I can't sit or stand for long periods of time and still suffer pain. Is this something you can help with or am I wasting my time? Any advice is welcome.

[@nancylucky9094]

Life in Slow Motion you need an attorney!

[@jeffmarionpersonalinjuryla2966]

I used to do a large volume of Social Security cases, and I loved doing them. The trouble is that the judges on the cases got worse and worse in granting benefits, and the time lag to a hearing made it hard to justify the fees on the case helping to keep the lights on. I heard there is new legislation to increase the fee cap. But, until the problem of judges who feel that they have to deny every case to avoid being overruled is solved, I am not sure what will change.

[@ssdattorney]

Jeff, the approval rate is slowly heading back up. It was as low as 43%; in 2020 it was 49% which is encouraging.

[@jeffmarionpersonalinjuryla2966]

@@ssdattorney That's a good thing. But, it should be much more than that-assuming that the previous administration didn't monkey with the rules and regulations too much.

[@tjwakefield6635]

it was for mild cp but its causing me more problems like my limps getting worse and my hands draw up like im making a fist and i have back issues that makes it hard to sit for a long time i go to court july 10th ur videos are a big help thanks

[@ssdattorney]

TJ, glad you find them helpful. Good luck with your case.

[@deeperunderstanding7495]

Thanks for the videos. Do you take sacroiliac joint dysfunction cases? Also, if you have, any success?

[@ssdattorney]

I have had a couple SI joint cases over the years. The question boils down to three things: (1) do objective studies (MRI, CT) document a severe level of dysfunction; (2) are you no longer a surgical candidate and basically left with pain management; (3) wlil a treating doctor go on record to say that your level of pain and lack of mobility would preclude 8 hours of work like activity? The diagnosis is important but the functional limitations are more important.

[@megyoutube2911]

Hello. I am having zero luck getting any attorney in Nashville, TN. to even talk to me about my case ( not disability-related). I was fired after my ups truck rolled off silently into a mailbox after sitting fine for over 2 minutes. Apparently, it broke out of park. I was told later my handbrake was loose. This was my 12000th +/- delivery as a newer driver, I had never given parking a second thought, and certainly never knew my brake became loose. I realized I had never undergone any training on the job other than a sup telling me to move faster for 3 days. We did not get trained out doing deliveries. I hadn't even had a sup watch me do a pre-trip inspection or ever demonstrate any methods of parking at a stop. I contend that if they make this type of accident a terminatable offense in the contract ( cba - which we were never taught about), it should have to be documented that I was properly trained and I know for a fact that it's not documented with my signature. At the very least, there should be an alarm for a major problem such as the parking gear not engaged so I have a chance to fix the problem. Other drivers in other types of accidents many times more serious, get their jobs back. That is discrimination. This is also entrapment in an unsafe work environment where I didn't have all of the knowledge of what could become loose that was up to me to check and tighten. This could have killed me or someone else. They also owed me from a previous grievance that I won but never paid. UPS wants bodies in trucks for $20 an hour, no CDL or on the job training and they simply don't care if someone dies. There is not a shred of online training they provide for new drivers to keep learning at home. I would really just like to know if this is a sound case or not? Thank you. Ryan Owens [e-mail]

[@ssdattorney]

Ryan you need to speak to an employment lawyer but Tennessee is an "employment at will" state (www.tennesseeemploymentlawcenter.com/employment_at_will.html) so my guess is that you would have an uphill battle. An employment lawyer in TN would be the correct resource for you.

[@taylormorrow7088]

Im just curious if you would be able to help my case or possibly point me in the right direction. Im from TN. I have scoliosis and had to have a spinal fusion. I also have spina bifida aculta, spondlyiolithesis, spondliosis, aspondlyiolithesis, pars defect, spine is slipping at L5 S1, venous insuffiecency,peripheral nueropathy, hashimotos thyroiditis,high cholestoral, vitamin d deffiecency, in all i have counted in my records of about 14 medical problems but i think im being judged by my age, im 27 but i feel my health issues did not discriminate based on my age as i had spinal fusion at age 12. Any help would be much appreciated.

[@adamjimenez9326]

I have asthma , polymyositis , migraines, left atrial abnormality , arthritis , umbilical hernia , MH . I was dis approved two times and now I'm up to have a hearing with the Appeals council. Any feedback ???

[@TANTHEMANFILMS]

basically attorneys will not risk the possible lose of $$$ of their own on cases they dont want liability of be incorrect its a business not a friendship.

[@SuperSaiyan2NahumKai]

Do you take cases involving malpractices? For example' My 21 year old niece is kept too long in the hospital in Georgia against her will and they feed her meds that's doing more harm to her well-being than good. The mother of my niece is very frustrated and stressed with trying to find somebody especially an attorney/lawyer to really help resolve the situation. Also her mother is worried that my niece might die in the hospital from the meds.

[@kellyboggs6079]

If a person has cervical spinal stenosis 3 places and disk desiccation in 2 places causes mild to severe pain most days, but quit working , has only MRI and technical breakdown sheet and cannot afford to see a doctor, win a case ?

[@mkfmgaming3019]

I have systemic lupus erythematosus and have been denied two years in a row now. Currently taking 10+ pills a day and also have a disability card for my car. It actually boggles my mind how they denied me again. Going to have to bite the bullet and hire someone I’m also 20 years of age

[@trunkblast785]

Stay positive brother

[@invisiblebunny1]

if i don't get approved i do not think it my lawyer fault so why would i let him go

[@Pockets2001]

I suffered an acute stroke in March. I filed for disability this past August. I didn't walk on my own for 3 months. I still can't lift anything over 20 pounds. Can't talk clearly and can't write. Is my case strong?

[@cruser0071]

I'm broke my neck C4 C5 C6 lucky the alive not to mention in a wheelchair... Podiatry the operation my legs cramp my hands cramp in my thighs cramp my toes my feet both hands I have no feeling in one thumb?? And sometimes my right and left hand goes completely numb also my shoulders my back my neck my lower back really hurt

[@bradmiller7234]

I live in Ohio and I can’t find a lawyer to take my case ??? Help please

[@tinywhinykids9229]

I'll be 41 in a few months but i been working since i was 16. The past 3yrs i been struggling with migraines. I had them under control for almost 2yrs but now they are not. Do you think i would have a case? I go to the Dr alot and I'm missing work due to the migraines.

[@ssdattorney]

Migraine cases are tough because your doctors can only rely on what you report. If you have strong medical support you can win but your doctor really needs to be on board.

[@eddiejohnson8306]

Why does lawyers not help by sending client to doctors to help with their case? For instance if a person can't afford insurance or doesn't have a doctor? How much does it help your case if you go to the emergency room?

[@ssdattorney]

Fair question, Eddie - and here is the truthful answer: it has to do with money. Lawyers in SSD claims are paid 25% of past due benefits with a cap of $6,000. This $6,000 cap has not been increased by SSA in over 10 years, although support staff salaries and office overhead continues to go up. Further, approval rates are down. For most lawyers, the average fee for successful cases comes in at around $4,000. And we get nothing for our two to three years' of work if the judge does not approve. Finally, if a lawyer does advance $500 to $1,000 to pay for doctor's visits, there is no way to be certain that we would be paid back. SSA sends the claimant's portion directly to the claimant (by contrast in a personal injury claim, the insurance company sends the entire lump sum to the lawyer to deposit into escrow and disburse). Lawyers cannot afford to spend $500 to $1,000 to send clients to doctors since the risk of not getting paid back is too great. This is the reality of the SSD business.

[@jessicagonzales7112]

What about having mild di George syndrome 22q vcfs as an adult I’m 32 years old

[@cruser0071]

55 and I can work like 2 maybe 3 days a week what are you thinking my chances are...

[@eddieseaberg1024]

What if you have severe visual impairments and you only have to go to the doctor once a year for the last 30 years. And that's all you can to because there is no treatment options available for the impairments?

[@ssdattorney]

I think you could make the argument that your condition is permanent and that on-going "treatment" is a waste of money. If the record backs this up then I would agree that multiple doctor visits per year are not essential.

[@tjwakefield6635]

You said if your only 30 years old u have a up his battle does it help if you got SSI as a child

[@ssdattorney]

I would think so if your childhood disabling condition is similar to what is disabling to you now.

[@boostmobile5326]

During the midst of COVID I had an initial over the phone SSDI application process. However, the SSA down played my SSDI application and against my wishes process a SSI application. I appealed.

[@randomsimplexity2075]

Thanks for the video very helpful. Question: I heard you mention age being a factor Im 33yrs old and I had accident that shattered my hip completely, fracture 5 ribs and punctured a lung. I had surgery in June, about 4 days after the incident. About a week later i filed for SSD only to be denied 3mths later. Ive had a bad back since I was 12yrs old due to jumping a snow bank and missed it completely and landed on my chest kicking myself in the back of the head. I believe I was born with a over grown bone in my right knee. Now my two questions: 1. Should I bother filing an appeal and if so; 2. Should I include the knee and back thing as well....???? Believe me Im no stranger to work I feel a wave of depression because I cant just get up and walk this off. And I am a Subscriber now, you really help alot thanks.

[@randomsimplexity2075]

And I am looking for work because i have bills should i be doing so?? Mentally I feel confident that Im ready to return but my body says rest.... But I cant because BILL COLLECTORS were born without eye lids. Again thanks u are very helpful either way. ~Mark

[@userelite-ck8hv]

I think you can answer this. if you cannot work and have no other income then there is only one choice

[@Bornking34]

hi I live in SC. I have chronic venous insufficiency with ulceration the also has been opened on my leg for 2 years had surgery in September ( stab phelbectomy with partial skin grafts. what do I do? I have filed for disability in South Carolina.

[@ssdattorney]

King, my experience has been that vascular issues like the one you are describing are often approved. I hope your case is as well.

[@Bornking34]

thank you very much for your input I greatly appreciate your videos

[@Ambigirl2011]

Hi, I have to say that I am happy that one attorney is willing to tell his client(s) why they won't take his or her case. I am facing a hearing in unemployment where my benefits are being held. I can't get into the reason on-line, but when I stated my case to two firms, the attorneys refused to take the case and did not tell me why. One of the attorneys stated that if they told me why they refused to take my case, that would be giving me legal advice. Is this true? Can you direct me to an attorney in NYC that would take my case? If you need to speak to me, I can call you and we can speak. Thanks.

[@ssdattorney]

Beryl, I suspect that some lawyers are hesitant to tell a potential client why he/she won't take a case because of the potential for negative online reviews. I have had that happen to me. However, I think that if someone takes the time to contact me, they deserve to know what I am thinking with the understanding that my decision not to take a case is not a determination on the merits and that it should not influence that person's efforts in seeking representation. Re the unemployment issue in NYC, I don't know anyone there who does that type of work so unfortunately I can't help.

[@debbiehornemartens8014]

hi, I have had 4 ankle surgeries finally resulting in a total ankle fusion. along with bipolar and being 45 but with a college education do I have a honest chance? it's been over 3 years since able to work heck haven't been able to drive. any help pointing me in the right way would be great, I've been applying and am now at the point of waiting for my hearing within 9 months. I haven't when thru a lawyer yet but am considering it.

[@ssdattorney]

Debbie, I don't know that the college education part is going to hurt your chances - based on what you write, you would have trouble working because of pain and limited movement. I would definitely talk to a lawyer - your chances are much better at a hearing with representation. Best of luck to you.

[@ichikireiLV]

GET A LAWYER.

[@bobbimarvel1187]

I am curious why an attorney would take my case, sign a contract with me, spend hours going over my medical records, then 2 weeks before the hearing he tells me that he didn't think I had a great case so I fired him and went to the hearing alone. I am just disgusted with this. I was furious because at our first meeting he acted like I had a great case but then as the hearing got closer he said he would get my medical records but DID NOT, I tried to talk to him about all of the medical problems I have and all the places where I regularly treat and he didn't care to listen. I decided to go to the hearing alone. It's been a few months and my case is still pending but am very curious why an attorney would do this? Thank you.

[@ssdattorney]

Bobbi, I can't speak to your situation because I don't have the file in front of me. I can tell you that sometimes an attorney will take a case thinking that the medical record will develop a certain way, but it doesn't. Perhaps there was a big gap in medical treatment, or records suggesting that the condition was not serious. Or a closer review of the medical record includes references to drug seeking behavior or malingering. Or, as may be the case here, the lawyer did not develop the file and realized that he wasn't go win and he bailed.

[@bobbimarvel1187]

@@ssdattorney It wasn't due to drug seeking behavior. I'm so against that and smoking too. It wasn't due to lack of medical records because I've been treating for a very long time and on a regular basis. I see many specialist doctors too. In any given month, I'm going to a Dr. Appt about 5 times a month. I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2011 and have gone through a clinical program for that twice. I was also diagnosed with anxiety, major depressive disorder, severe insomnia, high blood pressure, a left adrenal gland adenoma, IBS, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, diabetes, and diabetic neuropathy. The guy misplaced my file 2 or 3 times and he was always blaming his secretary. He never bothered to get my medical records and he didn't listen to me when I tried explainining everything that I'm in treatment for. I just felt he was a terrible attorney and he was passing judgment without hearing the facts but I wanted to get your perspective. Thank you.

[@helensmith5854]

I'm 40 yrs old. Type 1 diabetic since I was 6 months old. Diagnosed with major depression at 14 with several psychiactric inpatient stays. Later diagnosed with bipolar and anxiety. In my late teen years I was diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy in hands and legs, prolific retinopathy, and gastroparesis. I was on SSI from childhood until age 35 when they decided I was improved enough to work even though all of my conditions worsen with time. I have an extensive medical record up until 2 years ago when I lost medicaid. I'm begging family members for insulin money now. I've reapplied for ssi but It's so discouraging! I have an 8th grade education and feel hopelessly lost in the process. I've found a free clinic but the wait time is long...What else can I do to help my case?

[@ssdattorney]

I would definitely pursue treatment at the free clinic despite the wait. I would also keep a daily diary about your symptoms. Finally this might be a case where unsuccessful work attempts might be good evidence to show that you would have reliability problems. Attempting to work would also show SSA that you are trying to work despite some serious medical problems.

[@ricksteinhoff3160]

I got SSD 4 6 months then I said I don't need it now I need it again how hard is it to get it back

[@johnnycochicken]

(I realize I'm replying to a year old comment, but this is my spiel based on my experience as an SSI recipient.) It depends, but if you were just in suspension, then you have a solid chance of going back on. Suspension means that you're not receiving the benefits for the time being due to income being above a certain level or something but you are eligible to receive them at a later time unless ruled ineligible in a redetermination. Going into suspension on SSD does make a redetermination more likely to happen faster. A redetermination is something you would be notified about and you'd have the chance to make your case.

[@robinabner3118]

Can a case be won for a 57 yr old divorced female with fibromyalgia. I've been a professional pet groomer for years and now find my body can't do it as there is much standing bending lifting and getting bit. I'm also divorced from a disabled person that has MS. He was a high earner at one time. My work history is spotty from having a family and moving for his job. Thanks for any info you can give me.

[@terryjeminez2201]

I made a comment earlier on my case I've had an SSI before him but they denied me I've had cancer breast cancer I've had anxiety and I'm still seeing the same Dr so they they found me with other prob health problems that's what I forgot to mention thanks

[@evette45evette21]

Should I fill first before seeking an attorney?

[@markkirby1855]

My hearing is tomorrow. I am about to have my 2nd heart surgery. I have a bad back with alot of nerve damage and need surgery for that but i can't because of my heart. What do you think my chances are.

[@ssdattorney]

With heart issues and a bad back, you have serious issues and I am thinking that you have a good chance at winning.

[@vandangoadventures570]

what if you develop a new illness while applying for ssdi

[@johnnycochicken]

if I were you I would try to document everything

[@ichikireiLV]

YOU ADD IT TO YOUR RECORD.

[@The_Wizard_Owlin_Celestial]

I lost my hearing with schizoaffective disorder with no lawyer and had to do a new application and lost the beginning phase again my schizoaffective was never brought up every time. Its always anxiety when I wasn't diagnosed with anxiety

[@ssdattorney]

A lawyer might be of benefit to you. Otherwise, you need to confirm that your medical record discusses your schizoaffective disorder extensively.

[@The_Wizard_Owlin_Celestial]

It was on there several times from my psychiatrist including suicide attempts

[@bennygreene1421]

Would you decline a multilevel Cervical Spondylosis case, compression fracture C-spine, if the person was injured say on Feb 11 but was not able to get checked let's say until March?

[@ssdattorney]

A short delay in getting a diagnosis would not be an issue for me. The real question - how do these injuries impact you on a day to day basis and in a potential simple work environment?

[@bennygreene1421]

@@ssdattorney My straight simple answer is I'm affected daily that I have to carefully turn my head each way and I'm afraid of even the thoughts of a chiropractor so I'm on high dose Ibuprofen. As for work, I would struggle with that because of neck soreness /pain/ stiffness. I'm over 65 & live on regular social security. Do you have an email ? May be more appropriate

[@mariahawthorne5931]

My issue is a heart condition that I was born with that affects my heart rate. WPW.

[@ZteveW]

Can you do a video on "How to select an attorney: do I use a big firm or a small one"?

[@user-ie9gj9cl6i]

It's best that you use a firm that only handles social security disability cases..

[@brettduffy1992]

It's hard to get medical records if you have no health insurance Or if you only have something like medicaid most doctors do not take medicaid

[@wtchone5954]

Cool video 🤓😎

[@cruser0071]

No I do work 3 2 days of week about 4 to 5 hours

[@dogsareme100]

Would you be more likely to take case if say the person paid you up front for some reason? Maybe they had been saving ( especially if they knew it may come to that. They may have OTHER income have someone help them pay or whatever to where there is not concern of not getting paid.

[@ssdattorney]

Not really. I work on 99% of my cases under a "no fee unless you win" contract whereby I am paid 25% of past due benefits with a cap of $6,000. Given the long delays, by the way, most lump sum payments exceed $24,000, which means that my effective percentage is less than 25%. The only time I work under a flat fee would be in a benefits termination case (no past due benefits) or a case where there are no past due benefits because of a workers comp or other offset but my client wants a determination of disability for the time when WC payments run out. If I think a case is marginal with a low likelihood of success, I am going to decline representation even if the person offered to pay up front.

[@bennygreene1421]

If a person has a neck injury and it's a proven compression fracture, by x-ray, would you decline to take the case if he or she didn't go right away but as the pain got worse the person went the month after? If declined, is it in writing that a person must go immediately to get checked?

[@pentapanda4203]

I was 30 when I got a lawyer from another state that kept telling me I should wait another year every time my court hearings would come close to happening. I have a medical marijuana card and he stated they won't give me benefits because I'm a drug addict.then he wouldn't pull my humongous medical records dating back to a child because it said i had marijuana use on them. I called everywhere i have ever been seen to obtain my records on my own. I youtubed how to file documents with the court and proceeded to handle my case byyself. The last time he called to reschedule my court date I told him NO 👎. I want my court date and I will speak on my behalf. I have mixed bipolar ptsd anxiety that turned into agoraphobia and alot of other miscellaneous symptoms. I won my case by simply speaking up for myself and explaining my thoughts on why I needed benefits. I won my case and recieved a hefty amount from backpay that my "lawyer" didn't get a dime for. I think it's 2022 now and with enough research you can do anything you want without the need of some expensive lawyer who just sees you as a profit or a case number and not a human being. Disability Lawyers are just overrated scammers with a college degree in my opinion. Freedom of speech baby ✌️

[@twistidsinner7869]

got lone Star legal today at 9 ssa in lufkin handed me a sheet with one business on it i have more information to give at nine 1099 no technical denial 623,social anxiety and depression

[@nisw1918]

Thank you so much if money wasn't tight I would definitely purchase your book on filling out the forms correctly .

[@ssdattorney]

+nisw1918 Understood. The main thing to focus on when filling out the forms: how does my medical condition impact my capacity to work. SSD is about work capacity not about medical issues.

[@carterdiamond9132]

Social Security Disability videos I am only 23 year's old. I Suffered a gun shot Wound to the spine. L5. Is that Drastic enough to cover my young age, sir?

[@randomsimplexity2075]

+Social Security Disability videos This as well, I just know I can't function at an acceptable pace with the work Im skilled in. I am a born labor worker.

[@chrisbee5355]

Jesus! I have Spinal Stenosis, DDD since I was like 10 yrs old! Been denied 2x. I will be 56 yrs old in March 2021!!!! Do I have HOPE???

[@candiekomorowski3751]

I had my alj hearing in January now ive heard that i have to go back for a supplemental hearing. They say this time an md will be present is this good or bad? Anything i can do before this 2nd hearing to help my chances? I already had 2 rfcs from my docs at the 1st. Been seeing docs almost every other day. Maxed out all my treatment options. SSA listed 3 mdis all severe impairments. I have fibro ptsd depression neck bent the wrong way bugled discs spinal stenosis scolisis leg length difference cfs migraines severe back pain bi polar ibs d probably forgetting some

[@ssdattorney]

Candie, without seeing the evidence it is hard to say if the judge' s call for a supplementary hearing is positive or negative. Sometimes it means that the judge needs just a little more evidence to support an approval, while in other situations the judge does not find the existing (supportive) evidence compelling and he wants an "independent" voice. I would continue to seek regular treatment and ask your lawyer if there are other evaluations or forms that could help firm up your case.

[@SweetP4real1]

I have an attorney out of Durham NC she told me she wouldn't have taken my case if she didn't think I have a winnable case. That sounded good but I'm still nervous that I am in an uphill battle for about 2 to 3 years.

[@ssdattorney]

I agree with your lawyer's approach. Because of the long time frames involved I would not take a case unless I felt that there was a reasonable chance of winning.

[@snakepliskin2.016]

Law firm I had did have a list of criteria I had to meet before taking my case. One other thing is can be a long process but don't constantly badger your attorney because of the waiting game. He has no control over it. I know of a person that had two attorneys drop him because of constant calls

[@user-lt2vy1qx8z]

Im 55 and was retired by a workers comp neurolgist, who gave me an mmi disability for severe tbi. Had my hearing 2 months ago. Anxiety is through the roof. My lawyer thought hearing went well. What do you think?

[@user-lt2vy1qx8z]

I was a special ed teacher who had 8 concussions in sn 8 year period.

[@user-lt2vy1qx8z]

Have all the symptoms of tbi. Anger, mood swings, personality chsnges, anxiety, depression, ptsd, vertigo. Been on meds for years. I get botox every 3 months for chronic migraine. Ve said no jobs.

[@ginovonnihenderson2699]

What about gout. Im in Murfreesboro Tn. I loss my last two jobs. Because of this.

[@angiefrazho1120]

Would me having degenerative scoliosis and ptsd be sufficient for you to take my case? I am 42 years old.

[@ssdattorney]

Angela, the diagnosis is not what I look at - the question I ask is whether you have a treating doctor who would go on record to say that you do not have the capacity to perform simple, entry level work because of your medical issues.

[@jeffmarionpersonalinjuryla2966]

How your PTSD affects your ability to deal with co-workers, supervisors, and the public can impact your ability to work.

[@russellsmejkal304]

How much do lawyers typically charge to help clients with disability?

[@ichikireiLV]

THEY GET PAID A REGULATED FEE FOR SSI CASES.

[@russellsmejkal304]

@@ichikireiLV mine would be ssdi but I’m guessing it would be the same answer to that to. Thank you for the information

[@findyourselfagaincourt]

ok I have a disability and the one thing I hate the most is the age thing why cant young people be disabled as well

[@ssdattorney]

Young people can be found disabled by SSA. However, in my experience younger claimants need more and stronger evidence as the SSD system assumes that younger people can bounce back more quickly and fully from health issues. There is also the economic reality that once someone is on disability the odds of that person returning to work are very small so SSA does not want decision makers to obligate the trust fund for 20 or 30 years.

[@jemallynramos650]

Will I'm younger 39 years old & have a kidney disease & on PD dialysis doing 4x a day exchanges. Would you take my case?

[@ssdattorney]

If I was evaluating your file, I would look at the medical records to see how specific the diagnoses are and how long your condition has lasted, and I would ask you if one or more of your doctors would help by filling out a functional capacity evaluation.

[@jemallynramos650]

@@ssdattorney thank you for your reply !.

[@tomboard1]

You're our of my area but I won with an attorney. Could you possibly talk about what's next?

[@ssdattorney]

I'll add that topic to my list of videos to do.

[@robinyoung2415]

What state are you in may I ask?

[@ssdattorney]

I am in Georgia but b/c of the pandemic all hearings are done by phone so I am actually trying cases all over the country.

[@bridgetthilderbrand520]

can you helpme i am 74 and on ssi can i get ssid i need your help

[@KingKatura]

I know this one outside of specific reason from the bar when they shouldn't. it's pretty much because they know its not a easy case where they can't get their money or more back as quickly. Or maybe never at all, yep just like i knew mostly plain old greed i'm a lawyer so i should get paid this much but only if its easy. Lol although i get if its a non winnable case or the lawyer doesn't know how to win it, or you can't recouped your costs (which doesn't make since especially if you win since the civil courts guarantee the lawyer their pay.) But i get if those are the reasons. You wouldn't want a lawyer that couldn't win your case anyway so odds are its more in your favor. However mr.lawyer i'm surprised since courts claim to be science and half the stuff used by courts have a less than 50% accuracy or reality to them in terms of science. Makes me surprised you said the courts say men don't have nor get fiber mialgia but women do? That makes no sense their's hardly any type of injury or disease that effects only one gender especially diseases of that nature. Thats also the court saying that they are more experts on the subject than the doctor's and we know that's not true unless every single doctor says thats not possible which they don't since people are diagnosed with it of both genders.

[@aprilefuturenurse]

I had a stroke due to a blood clotting disorder I was 31 when it happened I was denied would you take my case

[@ssdattorney]

It depends on how your stroke has impacted your capacity to work. I need more info.

[@dmitrydzhemilev8588]

What ab lymphodema,sleep apnea, obesity,eating disorder, vericose veins,high blood pressure, my knee dislocated and never the same all at once all this problems at age 30 and they denied you plus I got learning disability no focus in classes discalcula

[@ssdattorney]

I find that SSA rarely approves claimants in their 30's unless your condition is close to a life limited level.

[@dmitrydzhemilev8588]

@@ssdattorney that's bad how people supposed to survive if they can't work

[@evette45evette21]

Do you know who would take me with monoclonal gammopathy?

[@ichikireiLV]

DO YOU HAVE MULTIPLE MYELOMA?

[@tinywhinykids9229]

Thank you for replying! I'm sure you're very busy. I have mri's and a few year's of medical documented for this but i have no idea if he would help me out with this. I really don't even want to get ssdi. It would cut my income in half!

[@nicucoll]

I was just denied 🙅‍♂️. I'm a 55 year old woman who has worked in the hospital for 25 years was terminated in August. I had total right knee replacement surgery in which my knee is slightly Bent so I couldn't do my job I'm a unit clerk in the intensive care unit for babies we do more cleaning than computer work. I am wondering what you thought about my case if it's worth pursuing. I walk with cane because I'm unstable but my dr in his notes says I seem to be on track. My knee will be like this forever it's healed but it pops and hurts still, had MRI of lower back but degenerated low back, have sleep apnea, anxiety, renal n spleen aneurysms,lil overweight going for GB in June. I've gone most of 2016 to physical therapy. Is it worth appealing. Love your videos

[@twistidsinner7869]

Medical was why random cases were denied. Only not taxes. I filed no imaginary number. Self employed my 1099 just went to lone Star legal aid. Over 25000 the year is not from adolescent it's one call. Social anxiety and depression is not denied work credits are filed with the IRS.my proof . I wrote my taxes out and sent them the same way to the ssa. Proving something isn't the quality of it. Accurate 1099 no taxes are taken out of it. Don't write payroll down.

[@tenskys9834]

Did someone have some stomach issues on this video?

[@ssdattorney]

No, my chair was squeaking!

[@eloise7600]

Social Security Disability videos 🤣🤣

[@LynneDemonQueen1]

I think I've heard every excuse from where my case is to we are downsizing caseloads.... I'm sorry but I dont understand how an attorney can take on cases then downsize but hey that's just me...

[@ssdattorney]

As SSA makes it more difficult to win, attorneys will be more selective because we only get paid if we win.

[@LynneDemonQueen1]

@@ssdattorney ~ and when we get dumped by attorneys because they are burnt out and wont fight for their clients, it leaves us needing the help that much more desperate and depressed especially when we cant get any help

[@Unknown-hu4gf]

Mr. Ginsberg, if what you allude to about Obstructive and Restrictive Asthma ( doesn't hold merit or isn't a bonafide disease for the purpose of a meritorious and favorable disposition for the claimant ) is indeed fact then one might want to commit treason against the state for abandoning them as that is fighting words to anyone reasonable with said disease.

[@1whocs486]

What if u have fibromyalgia copd and diabetic

[@ssdattorney]

Angie, the diagnosis is not nearly as important as evidence about the impact of your medical problems on your capacity to reliably perform a simple, entry-level job.

[@garyjean7659]

That’s all fine, but I kept calling all of my doctors to see if Social Security. They never called to get my files, so yeah the government full of bullshit. All of these reason just are reasons to prove my point.

[@cruser0071]

I don't want four to six hours a day for like 3 days and best

[@cruser0071]

Scratch that on the first conversation it's not I don't or I do work

[@lumiesoucek3478]

I'll be 56 in January and thyroid cancer was found on the CT Scan. I also had head injury at work in which Walmart denied. Now a days, many cancer patients refused to see a doctor and prefers natural cure. I'm one of those. Can I win in my SSDI hearing?

[@ThePeterDislikeShow]

because SS is running out of money

[@ronkirwin3731]

I'm in a sober house. That. Help me

[@tenskys9834]

I was kidding sir! I am a huge fan of your videos, I have listened to all you advice and won my case...i truly appolagize if I offended you however you seem to get do many official questions I thought I'd try to get a smile..i am very sorry

[@ssdattorney]

No offense taken. Good reminder for me to get out the WD-40.

[@twistidsinner7869]

fax machine wins

[@kimman1330]

Why attorney won't take social security retirement

[@ssdattorney]

Because you get retirement automatically based on your age. Why would you need a lawyer?

[@emilymathews7073]

@@ssdattorneyLOL

[@talibiden4440]

I’ve had 2 lawyers to take my case and still haven’t got approved

[@chopsticks9984]

31, and I don't want to live past 40. I've made an oath about that. I haven't wanted to be older than 40 for three years now. If I don't win this case, I'm considering just leaving the earth without even saying goodbye.

[@trishathomas59]

Will a lawyer take a case they are not going to win I go to court in November for my ssi

[@ssdattorney]

You will have a hard time finding a lawyer to represent you under a contingency fee contract if the case is not winnable.

[@bzscck4496]

实际上律师和上诉人是双向选择，各有各的理由，用不着强迫！

[@shaquennanelson5497]

Pseudotumer cerebri

[@dave7701]

If it profits a lawyer they will kiss your ass, if it doesn't there not interested.

[@ssdattorney]

No, when a lawyer takes cases under a contingency fee that lawyer will only accept cases where there is a reasonable chance at winning. If you want to pay $300 per hour, I'm sure you could find many lawyers who would spend as much time with you as you wish.

[@dave7701]

@@ssdattorney that's true, common sense. If there's a chance of winning any lawyer will represent you. In some cases when talking about six figure lawsuits, they will kiss a person's ass. It's all about money. Lawyer don't charge by the hour.

[@bzscck4496]

小人盛行，恶人当道！

[@gingerbread1032]

If I think your lieing or fakeing.