By William Powell of Powell & Denny | Published June 1, 2026 | Posted in Social Security Disability | Tagged Tags: Why Does Social Security Care About My Daily Activities? |
Why Does Social Security Care About My Daily Activities?
Why Does Social Security Care About My Daily Activities? Many people applying for Social Security Disability benefits become frustrated when they are asked questions about their daily activities. They wonder “What does making my bed have to do with my disability claim?” “Why does Social Security care whether I cook dinner?” “Why are they asking Read More
Read MoreSocial Security Is Not Asking Whether You Can Work—They Are Asking Whether You Can Maintain Steady Employment
Social Security Is Not Asking Whether You Can Work—They Are Asking Whether You Can Maintain Steady Employment One of the biggest misconceptions about Social Security Disability benefits is the belief that a person must be completely incapable of doing anything before they can qualify for disability. We frequently hear prospective clients say things such as Read More
Read MoreMy Doctor Says I’m Disabled. Why Was I Denied Social Security Disability Benefits?
My Doctor Says I’m Disabled. Why Was I Denied Social Security Disability Benefits? One of the most frustrating conversations we have with prospective clients goes something like this: “My doctor says I’m disabled. They told me I can’t work and filled out paperwork saying I am disabled. So why did Social Security deny my claim?” Read More
Read MoreWhat exactly does “Free Consultation” mean?
What exactly does Free Consultation mean? “Free consultation” has become one of those phrases people hear constantly in attorney advertisements—but what does it actually mean? For many people, calling a law firm can already understandably feel stressful. You may be dealing with a serious work injury, mounting medical bills, or uncertainty about whether you qualify Read More
Read MoreDo I Need a Lawyer for a Social Security Disability Claim Based on Stiff Person Syndrome?
Do I Need a Lawyer for a Social Security Disability Claim Based on Stiff Person Syndrome? If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) and are considering applying for Social Security Disability benefits, you are likely dealing with a condition that is both rare and debilitating. A common question Read More
Read MoreIs My Diagnosis Enough to Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits?
Is My Diagnosis Enough to Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits? One of the most common questions we hear from individuals applying for Social Security Disability or SSI benefits is this: “I’ve been diagnosed with a serious medical condition—shouldn’t that be enough to qualify?” The short answer is No—a diagnosis alone is usually not enough. Why Read More
Read MoreWhat Should I Do—and Not Do—at a Social Security Consultative Examination?
What Should I Do—and Not Do—at a Social Security Consultative Examination? If you have applied for Social Security Disability or SSI benefits, you may be scheduled for a Consultative Examination (CE) with a doctor selected by Social Security. Many people are understandably unsure how to handle this appointment. What should you do? What should you Read More
Read MoreWhat Is a Consultative Examination (CE) in a Social Security Disability Case?
What Is a Consultative Examination (CE) in a Social Security Disability Case? If you have applied for Social Security Disability or SSI benefits, you may receive a notice from the Social Security Administration asking you to attend a medical appointment with a doctor you have never seen before. This is called a Consultative Examination, often Read More
Read MoreWhat Is “Past Relevant Work” in a Social Security Disability Case—and Why Does Social Security Only Looks Back 5 Years into Your Work History?
What Is “Past Relevant Work” in a Social Security Disability Case—and Why Does Social Security Only Looks Back 5 Years into Your Work History? If you are applying for Social Security Disability benefits, one of the initial questions you will be asked is about your “past relevant work.” Many people are surprised to learn that Read More
Read MoreWhy Did Social Security Send Me to a Mental Examination?
Why Did Social Security Send Me to a Mental Examination? Few things surprise disability claimants more than receiving a notice from Social Security scheduling them for a psychological or mental health examination-especially when their claim for disability benefits does not center on mental disabilities. Many people immediately ask: “Why am I being sent to a Read More
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