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A: The VA evaluates service-connected injuries in increments of 10 percent. They examine the medical evidence you've submitted with your claim and then assign a “rating”. The maximum disability rating percentage is 100%; however, most conditions receive a rating below...

A: If travelling or sitting for hours is difficult for you, the office of Disability Help Group can help. Contact our group of trained legal assistants—we will evaluate your claim for FREE! If we take your case, we will file your claim for you. You could also apply...

A: We can't stress this enough - if you've:MovedChanged your phone numberStarted seeing a new doctorYour condition has worsened or improvedYou've recently gone to the emergency roomYou've been prescribed and have started taking new medicationContact your disability...

A: Absolutely! If you fail to comply with any of the DDS examiner's or administrative law judge's directives, Social Security may close your claim for disability benefits.

A: You can request an appeal by calling the SSA directly at 1.800.772.1213. The SSA will mail you the necessary appeal forms which you will need to complete and send back in order to appeal the decision. Disability Help Group can simplify the appeals process by...

A: Now! Each day that passes can result in lost benefits. Contact our office today at 1-(800)-800-3332. We will evaluate your claim for FREE!

A: Starting a new application because you've been denied benefits is a mistake many people make. Often times, people will start a new application because they believe it is the same as appealing the denial. By filing a new application you are...

A: If you've filed a completed VA Form 9, you are not required to submit any additional paperwork. The Board of Veterans' Appeals (BVA) will evaluate your appeal based on the same evidence used by your Regional Office (RO) when it made its determination on...

A: The SSA will determine, according to their rules, whether or not you are disabled. When you are found disabled by the SSA you will be eligible for disability benefits. Generally it takes 1 to 3 months for your 1st check to arrive if you are approved. At Disability...

A: Complete the questionnaire right away! You only have a limited time to comply (10 days from the date of the letter) with Social Security's request so, don't delay. But, don't rush through your answers either. Whenever you are completing any of Social...

A: The Social Security issues a "Listing of Impairments" that sets the criteria for determining whether an individual is disabled. It is very difficult to meet or equal Social Security's Listing requirements. There are Listings for both physical and mental...

A: Generally it takes 3 to 6 months to receive a decision. If you are not satisfied with the SSA’s decision, you may appeal your decision. If you are denied at the initial application you can appeal your decision by filing a request for Reconsideration. If your...

A: Abusing controlled substances is a sure-fire way to have your disability claim denied. When abused, certain controlled substances can produce mood/affective disorders and psychotic symptoms.   In a case where the...

A: Ongoing medical treatment is the key to winning your claim. We advise our clients to see their doctors regularly. If you do not have insurance we will help you find free clinics or hospitals in your area.

A: Applying for disability benefits can be complex. You can apply: 1) in person by visiting your local Social Security office, 2) by phone by calling 1.800.772.1213, or 3) online by visiting www.ssa.gov. If you decide to apply online, contact Social Security by phone...