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Welcome to Season 1, Episode 6 of Winning Isn't Easy: Navigating Your Social Security Disability Claim. In this episode, we'll dive into the complicated topic of "The Role of Your Doctors in Your Social Security Disability Claim."

Join host Nancy L. Cavey, a seasoned disability attorney, as she unpacks the critical role of your doctors in a Social Security Disability claim - especially at steps three and four of the five-step sequential evaluation. Medical professionals and their evidence are key to a successful claim, making it essential to understand their impact on the process. In this episode of Winning Isn't Easy, Nancy covers everything you need to know, including how to handle an uncooperative doctor who may be unwilling to support your case. Don't miss this important discussion.

In this episode, we'll cover the following topics:

1 -  An Overview of the the Role of Your Doctors in Your Social Security Disability Claim

2 - The Role of Your Doctors at Step Three

3 - The Role of Your Doctors at Step Four

4 - What Do I Do if My Doctor Is Uncooperative?

Whether you're a claimant, or simply seeking valuable insights into the disability claims landscape, this episode provides essential guidance to help you succeed in your journey. Don't miss it.


Listen to Our Sister Podcast:

We have a sister podcast - Winning Isn't Easy: Long-Term Disability ERISA Claims. Give it a listen: https://wiedisabilitypodcast.buzzsprout.com


Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

LINK TO YOUR RIGHTS TO SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY: https://mailchi.mp/caveylaw/your-rights-to-social-security-disability-benefits

FREE CONSULT LINK: https://caveylaw.com/contact-us/


Need Help Today?:

Need help with your Social Security Disability claim? Have questions? Please feel welcome to reach out to use for a FREE consultation. Just mention you listened to our podcast.

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Welcome to Season 1, Episode 5 of Winning Isn't Easy: Navigating Your Social Security Disability Claim. In this episode, we'll dive into the complicated topic of "Steps Four and Five of the Five-Step Sequential Evaluation."

Join host Nancy L. Cavey, a seasoned disability attorney, as she breaks down steps four and five of the five-step sequential evaluation process. In this episode, she takes an in-depth look at past relevant work (step four) and the two ways to be found disabled in step five - the GRIDS test and other work considerations. Since many claims are won or lost at these stages, understanding their impact is crucial for a successful Social Security Disability claim.

In this episode, we'll cover the following topics:

1 -  Step Four - Past Relevant Work

2 - Step Five - The Two Ways to Be Disabled (GRIDS Test or Other Work)

Whether you're a claimant, or simply seeking valuable insights into the disability claims landscape, this episode provides essential guidance to help you succeed in your journey. Don't miss it.


Listen to Our Sister Podcast:

We have a sister podcast - Winning Isn't Easy: Long-Term Disability ERISA Claims. Give it a listen: https://wiedisabilitypodcast.buzzsprout.com


Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

LINK TO YOUR RIGHTS TO SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY: https://mailchi.mp/caveylaw/your-rights-to-social-security-disability-benefits

FREE CONSULT LINK: https://caveylaw.com/contact-us/


Need Help Today?:

Need help with your Social Security Disability claim? Have questions? Please feel welcome to reach out to use for a FREE consultation. Just mention you listened to our podcast.

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Welcome to Season 1, Episode 4 of Winning Isn't Easy: Navigating Your Social Security Disability Claim. In this episode, we'll dive into the complicated topic of "Step Three, and the Listing of Impairments - How to Win Your Social Security Disability Claim Using the Social Security Blue Book."

Join host Nancy L. Cavey, a seasoned disability attorney, as she breaks down step three of the five-step sequential evaluation process. In this episode, she takes an in-depth look at the Listing of Impairments - Social Security’s medical guidelines that determine which conditions qualify as disabling. Nancy will also discuss the Social Security Administration’s Blue Book and how you can use it to strengthen and win your Social Security Disability claim. Don’t miss this essential guide to navigating the disability evaluation process!

In this episode, we'll cover the following topics:

1 -  Step Three - The Listing of Impairments, Plus, the Social Security Blue Book

2 - How a Social Security Residual Functional Capacity Form Can Help You Meet a Social Security Disability Listing at Step 3 of the Five-Step Sequential Evaluation Process

3 - What Happens if I Do Not Meet a Listing, and More Information

Whether you're a claimant, or simply seeking valuable insights into the disability claims landscape, this episode provides essential guidance to help you succeed in your journey. Don't miss it.


Listen to Our Sister Podcast:

We have a sister podcast - Winning Isn't Easy: Long-Term Disability ERISA Claims. Give it a listen: https://wiedisabilitypodcast.buzzsprout.com


Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

LINK TO YOUR RIGHTS TO SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY: https://mailchi.mp/caveylaw/your-rights-to-social-security-disability-benefits

FREE CONSULT LINK: https://caveylaw.com/contact-us/


Need Help Today?:

Need help with your Social Security Disability claim? Have questions? Please feel welcome to reach out to use for a FREE consultation. Just mention you listened to our podcast.

Review, like, and give us a thumbs up wherever you are listening to Winning Isn't Easy. We love to see your feedback about our podcast, and it helps us grow and improve.

Please remember that the content shared is for informational purposes only, and should not replace personalized legal advice or guidance from qualified professionals.

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Welcome to Season 1, Episode 3 of Winning Isn't Easy: Navigating Your Social Security Disability Claim. In this episode, we'll dive into the complicated topic of "Non-Medical Criteria and the Five-Step Sequential Evaluation."

Join host Nancy L. Cavey, a seasoned disability attorney, as she delves into the non-medical disability criteria and their crucial role in Social Security Disability claims. She’ll also break down the Five-Step Sequential Evaluation, the process used to determine if and when disability benefits are awarded. Don’t miss this essential guide to understanding what truly impacts your claim.

In this episode, we'll cover the following topics:

1 -  What Are Non-Medical Disability Criteria, and Why Is It Important in My Social Security Disability Claim?

2 - After the SSA Determines Your Insured Status, the Second Question Is Whether You Have a Medical Condition That Qualifies for Social Security Disability Benefits

3 - What Happens after the Social Security Administration Determines That I Have Met the Non-Medical Criteria - The Five-Step Sequential Evaluation

Whether you're a claimant, or simply seeking valuable insights into the disability claims landscape, this episode provides essential guidance to help you succeed in your journey. Don't miss it.


Listen to Our Sister Podcast:

We have a sister podcast - Winning Isn't Easy: Long-Term Disability ERISA Claims. Give it a listen: https://wiedisabilitypodcast.buzzsprout.com


Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

LINK TO YOUR RIGHTS TO SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY: https://mailchi.mp/caveylaw/your-rights-to-social-security-disability-benefits

FREE CONSULT LINK: https://caveylaw.com/contact-us/


Need Help Today?:

Need help with your Social Security Disability claim? Have questions? Please feel welcome to reach out to use for a FREE consultation. Just mention you listened to our podcast.

Review, like, and give us a thumbs up wherever you are listening to Winning Isn't Easy. We love to see your feedback about our podcast, and it helps us grow and improve.

Please remember that the content shared is for informational purposes only, and should not replace personalized legal advice or guidance from qualified professionals.

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Welcome to Season 1, Episode 2 of Winning Isn't Easy: Navigating Your Social Security Disability Claim. In this episode, we'll dive into the complicated topic of "Comparing SSI and SSDI" with special guest, Amy Bellhorn.

Join host Nancy L. Cavey, a seasoned attorney specializing in disability claims, and special guest, attorney Amy Bellhorn, as they break down the basics of SSI and SSDI in a clear, easy-to-follow discussion. Together, they explore the key similarities and differences between the two programs, and share essential insights you need to know. In this episode of Winning Isn’t Easy, they cover topics such as eligibility for both programs, application processes, how benefits are calculated, and much more.

To connect with attorney Amy Bellhorn's firm, visit www.bellhornlawfirm.com, or call 727-822-7121.

Whether you're a claimant, or simply seeking valuable insights into the disability claims landscape, this episode provides essential guidance to help you succeed in your journey. Don't miss it.


Listen to Our Sister Podcast:

We have a sister podcast - Winning Isn't Easy: Long-Term Disability ERISA Claims. Give it a listen: https://wiedisabilitypodcast.buzzsprout.com


Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

LINK TO YOUR RIGHTS TO SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY: https://mailchi.mp/caveylaw/your-rights-to-social-security-disability-benefits

FREE CONSULT LINK: https://caveylaw.com/contact-us/


Need Help Today?:

Need help with your Social Security Disability claim? Have questions? Please feel welcome to reach out to use for a FREE consultation. Just mention you listened to our podcast.

Review, like, and give us a thumbs up wherever you are listening to Winning Isn't Easy. We love to see your feedback about our podcast, and it helps us grow and improve.

Please remember that the content shared is for informational purposes only, and should not replace personalized legal advice or guidance from qualified professionals.

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Welcome to Season 1, Episode 1 of Winning Isn't Easy: Navigating Your Social Security Disability Claim. This is the inaugural episode of our Social Security Disability spinoff of Winning Isn't Easy: Long-Term Disability ERISA Claims. In this episode, we'll dive into the complicated topic of "Introduction to Social Security Disability, and Why “Disabled” Is a Term of Art You Must Understand before You File Your Claim."

Join host Nancy L. Cavey, a seasoned attorney in disability claims, as she simplifies the complexities of Social Security Disability with an easy-to-follow overview. Nancy will explain why "disabled" is a crucial legal term in your claim and bring this concept to life by exploring examples of theoretical applicants. She’ll also break down the Five-Step Sequential Evaluation test, making it clear and accessible for all. 

In this episode, we'll cover the following topics:

1 -  A Social Security Disability Overview

2 - Walking through Some Theoretical Applicants

3 - The Five-Step Sequential Evaluation Test

Whether you're a claimant, or simply seeking valuable insights into the disability claims landscape, this episode provides essential guidance to help you succeed in your journey. Don't miss it.


Listen to Our Sister Podcast:

We have a sister podcast - Winning Isn't Easy: Long-Term Disability ERISA Claims. Give it a listen: https://wiedisabilitypodcast.buzzsprout.com


Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

LINK TO YOUR RIGHTS TO SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY: https://mailchi.mp/caveylaw/your-rights-to-social-security-disability-benefits

FREE CONSULT LINK: https://caveylaw.com/contact-us/


Need Help Today?:

Need help with your Social Security Disability claim? Have questions? Please feel welcome to reach out to use for a FREE consultation. Just mention you listened to our podcast.

Review, like, and give us a thumbs up wherever you are listening to Winning Isn't Easy. We love to see your feedback about our podcast, and it helps us grow and improve.

Please remember that the content shared is for informational purposes only, and should not replace personalized legal advice or guidance from qualified professionals.