Stacy Thompson

Stacy Elizabeth Thompson is an attorney dedicated to representing individuals in South Carolina seeking Social Security Disability claims.

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Steps To Take When You're Waiting on Your Social Security Disability Claim

Posted by Stacy Thompson on Dec 14, 2017 9:20:32 AM

Waiting on your Social Security Disability claim can seem endless. The average wait time nationally is two yearsThose who applied for SS Disability after becoming disabled through illness or injury are left feeling like they're underwater, with a lifeguard telling them to just wait two years for help to arrive.

There are a few steps you can take that may speed up the process (or at least make things a little less difficult) while waiting on the outcome of your Social Security Disability claim.

Let's take a look:

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Topics: Social Security Disability

What Questions Will a Judge Ask at a Social Security Disability Hearing?

Posted by Stacy Thompson on Sep 5, 2016 1:40:55 PM

 

Taking your case to court is often a nerve-wracking experience for those who aren't terribly familiar with the legal complexities and processes involved with the Social Security application process. Even more understandable is being nervous in the case of Social Security Disability hearings, when your ability to pay monthly utilities or keep food on the table feels like it's on the line.

The best offense when a case goes in front of a judge is preparation.

While your legal representative will help you to prepare, it's also worthwhile to know as early as possible the kinds of questions you may need to answer. Here are a few pertinent details the judge may want to know more about.

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Topics: Social Security Disability