I became disabled in October of 2010 and applied for SSDI. I have been treated by my doctor every week since then and have retained an attorney for my SSDI process.
I have been paying in to the Social Security system for 38 years and am 55 years old. I had been at my last job for 20 years until I had to retire in June 2012 due to my disability.
During my hearing the judge asked the Vocational Expert if I would be able to do full time work in my present position and she told the judge that I would not be able to. The judge then asked I would be able to do full time work in any position and the VE answered no, that I would not.
My doctor also provided paperwork that stated that I have a total disability and could not do any work. I also provided a letter from my former boss who I worked directly for the entire 20 years stating that I was a dependable and dedicated employee until I started missing a lot of days during the summer of 2010 due to the start up of my disability.
I just found out that my case is with a Decision Writer and would be turning the case back over to the judge in a couple of weeks.
My question is, with my work history, age, doctors treatment and findings of the Vocational Expert, what would be my chances of being rewarded benefits?
In reply to My son went to court 12-21-16 by Lisa (not verified)
The. School my sonhas given him. A intervention testing and delayed development low.i.q and diagnosed him with adhd and taking medincine do you think they gave him a iep and in special education could he be approved for ssi
In reply to The. School my sonhas given by Leola (not verified)
Hi Leola,
I really could not say in either case, as we are not affiliated with the SSA or the Federal Government and as such we would not have that type of information.
In reply to I know someone who has gone by Janet (not verified)
Waiting 6 years now.
In reply to Waiting 6 years now. by Sharon Allen (not verified)
Hi Sharon,
I am so sorry to hear that. You may want to contact a Social Security to help you get the ball rolling if you haven't already.
In reply to I know someone who has gone by Janet (not verified)
The longer the wait the more likely to be denied
In reply to The longer the wait the more by Elaine (not verified)
Hi Elaine,
I know this can be a frustrating process, but that's not always the case. Wishing you nothing but the best.
In reply to I know someone who has gone by Janet (not verified)
I went before the Alj in August(2017) and was told i would receive a decision in 60 days but that not true it's now 102 days still no answer the waiting is terrible
In reply to I went before the Alj in by Darrell (not verified)
Hi Darrel,
I'm sorry to hear about that! It may take varying amounts of time to receive a decision as every case is different. Hang in there!
In reply to I went before the Alj in by Darrell (not verified)
I had my hearing on July 24 and the judge told me I'd hear something in a couple of months. I'm still waiting. They told me the judge had made a decision in October 25...but now they tell me it's with the writers since October 25..I'm not sure what's going on. A lady from the local office called me on Saturday November 4 told me l need to make an appointment to sign my kids up for auxiliary benefits. I went in and they said my file is still with ODAR and set my appointment for Dec 29....i had to cancel because I'm still not in pay status and the file is still with the writers at ODAR as of yesterday... SMH!
In reply to I went before the Alj in by Darrell (not verified)
I had my hearing on July 24 and the judge told me I'd hear something in a couple of months. I'm still waiting. They told me the judge had made a decision in October 25...but now they tell me it's with the writers since October 25..I'm not sure what's going on. A lady from the local office called me on Saturday November 4 told me l need to make an appointment to sign my kids up for auxiliary benefits. I went in and they said my file is still with ODAR and set my appointment for Dec 29....i had to cancel because I'm still not in pay status and the file is still with the writers at ODAR as of yesterday... SMH!
In reply to I had my hearing on July 24 by Tonya (not verified)
Hi Tonya,
You may still be able to add your children to your application if you are approved, and they would receive back pay if they are eligible.
In reply to I went before the Alj in by Darrell (not verified)
did you receive your decision yet
Hi Janet, the amount of time to hear a decision from a judge can take approximately 6 weeks to receive, however there are cases where it can take longer. If you've been waiting for longer than that, I would call the hearing office and speak with staff on the status.
In reply to Hi Janet, the amount of time by Igg (not verified)
I went to my hearing 03/10/2017 I had a bench decition he changed my onset date to Nov 2014 and i guess I was verbally approved lawyer said but if you said 6 weeks is the longest I called 04/18/2017 to the AL office they said judge hast made his decision yet its been 6 weeks already should I be worried?
In reply to I went to my hearing 03/10 by Joselin (not verified)
Hi Joselin,
It's hard to say, but it is a fairly lengthy process. I would continue to check in your with your lawyer.
Best of Luck,
Eric
what do i do if my ;awyer hired by my advocacy group never called, my hearing is tomorrow and the time was changed from 2 pm to 11 am, what if he doesn't show up? also, why have i not had a meeting to prepare?
Hi Carri,
I can promise you that your lawyer will show up! Lawyers are only paid on contingency, meaning if you don't win, he won't get anything. I'm sorry you haven't had the chance to rehearse your case yet. I'm sure your lawyer has handled hundreds of cases so he'll know what to do. Depending on your disability, he will ask you questions about why you are unable to work.
In reply to Hi Carri, by D-Pow (not verified)
I was in my hearing g and yes there was a person that their lawyer never showed
Hi, I would like to know if the odds are greater for getting disability approved if you are bi polar? Thank you.
Hi Debbie,
Unfortunately, the odds of getting approved for bipolar are actually lower than many other disabilities. This is because mental disorders are harder to prove to the SSA. To get approved for bipolar, you will need to prove that you have been diagnosed with bipolar for at least two years before applying. Additionally, you will need to show that you have been trying medication and therapies and have not had any luck with improving your symptoms.
With mental disorders, I always recommend contacting a disability advocate or attorney. They can help you defend your case in court if need be.
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