From our FAQ section
| Do I need to hire an attorney? |
Many people will initially apply for benefits by themselves but want to hire an attorney after their initial application has been denied. Attorneys experienced in these matters can provide many services including: |
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Social Security Disability Law Office, P.A.Attorney, Robert C. Gray |
My doctor says I will never be able to do my usual occupation and I don’t know anything else; shouldn’t that be enough for me to win?
The SSA will determine if you can still do your past relevant work by examining all jobs you have done for the past 15 years. But, even if you cannot do your past work, you may still not win if the SSA determines that you should be able to do “other work” considering your age, education, and work experience. The SSA is responsible for providing evidence demonstrating that “other work” exists in significant numbers in the national economy that you can do.