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Episode Summary:
In this episode, experienced Social Security Disability attorney Deborah Susan Spector walks listeners through what really happens during a disability hearing before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). Deborah explains how judges evaluate medical evidence, weigh credibility, and consider vocational expert testimony when deciding cases. She breaks down common questions applicants can expect, how attorneys prepare clients for testimony, and why honesty and consistency are critical. Deborah also shares insights on how judges handle conflicting medical opinions, what factors can strengthen a case, and why representation significantly improves the chances of approval.
Key Timestamps:
00:01 – Show introduction
01:20 – What actually happens at a Social Security Disability hearing
03:40 – How judges evaluate medical records and testimony
06:05 – The role of vocational experts in hearings
08:30 – Common questions judges ask claimants
11:10 – How attorneys prepare clients to testify effectively
14:25 – Why credibility and honesty matter in hearings
17:00 – How judges handle conflicting medical opinions
20:15 – Tips for strengthening a case before the hearing
23:40 – Why having legal representation improves approval rates
26:00 – Final thoughts and key takeaways from Deborah
About the Show:
“Social Security Disability: The Approval Path” is hosted by attorney Deborah Susan Spector, who has spent decades representing disability claimants through every stage of the SSDI and SSI process. Each episode provides practical advice, answers common questions, and helps listeners understand the complex world of Social Security Disability law.
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In this episode, experienced Social Security Disability attorney Deborah Susan Spector walks listeners through what really happens during a disability hearing before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). Deborah explains how judges evaluate medical evidence, weigh credibility, and consider vocational expert testimony when deciding cases. She breaks down common questions applicants can expect, how attorneys prepare clients for testimony, and why honesty and consistency are critical. Deborah also shares insights on how judges handle conflicting medical opinions, what factors can strengthen a case, and why representation significantly improves the chances of approval.
Key Timestamps:
00:01 – Show introduction
01:20 – What actually happens at a Social Security Disability hearing
03:40 – How judges evaluate medical records and testimony
06:05 – The role of vocational experts in hearings
08:30 – Common questions judges ask claimants
11:10 – How attorneys prepare clients to testify effectively
14:25 – Why credibility and honesty matter in hearings
17:00 – How judges handle conflicting medical opinions
20:15 – Tips for strengthening a case before the hearing
23:40 – Why having legal representation improves approval rates
26:00 – Final thoughts and key takeaways from Deborah
About the Show:
“Social Security Disability: The Approval Path” is hosted by attorney Deborah Susan Spector, who has spent decades representing disability claimants through every stage of the SSDI and SSI process. Each episode provides practical advice, answers common questions, and helps listeners understand the complex world of Social Security Disability law.