Compassionate Allowances was established to efficiently identify the health issues that meet standards of being disabled under law. This program is not separate from Disability Insurance Benefits and Supplemental Security Income. Social Security’s Compassionate Allowance is a special program that expedites the application or disability process for specific qualifying medical conditions. The merit of a […]
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Top 7 Myths: Social Security Disability Hearings
You don’t need an attorney at your disability hearing. While some claimants may not hire an attorney, choosing to go through the disability hearing alone is not recommended. An experienced disability attorney who specializes in these types of claims can increase your chances of being approved. Finding the right attorney can greatly impact the result […]
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5 Top Michigan-Based Resources and Support Services
The disability process can be long and difficult, but having a team of caring, expert attorneys on your side can make all the difference. We realize the impact of being unable to work can be devastating for you and your family, and we want to do more to help. For that reason, we’ve compiled the […]
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Steps to Take if You Disagree with Your VA Disability Rating
The way that the Veterans Administration (VA) handles appeals has changed considerably in the last few years. If it has been a while since you interacted with the VA on a claim, it will be in your interest to learn the new procedures. Either way, it’s important to consult with an experienced VA Appeals Attorney […]
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Free Mental Health Counseling
Macomb County will offer free mental health counseling and care throughout the county following recent events that have impacted our communities. Services are open to anyone and are available at no cost. All ages welcome. Counseling and resources will be provided from 2pm-7pm at the following locations: Tuesday, Jan. 11th MCCMH West 6555 15 […]
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December Case Spotlight
In May 2021, attorney Randall Mansour received a phone call from a discouraged man who was denied by the Social Security Administration for a second time and needed assistance with an appeal. He had a prior Unfavorable decision from an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) dated October 17, 2018, which he never appealed. In his case, […]
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Documentation Requirements for SSDI Benefits – What to Know When Applying
One of the most common reasons people get denied when they apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is that the Social Security Administration (SSA) wants more documentation from them. Every time the SSA sends your paperwork back to you for more documents or denies your benefits claim because of insufficient documentation, the longer […]
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5 Common Errors in VA Decisions that Veterans Can Appeal
If the Veterans Administration (VA) denied your claim for VA benefits or awarded you too low an amount, you might be able to appeal that adverse decision. Sometimes, the VA did not follow its own procedures or made a mistake that led to the unfair result. A Michigan VA Disability Attorney can take a look […]
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Veterans Exposed to Particulate Matter – Maximum VA Disability Benefits
The United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has a less than stellar track record of addressing significant health concerns related to military service. For example, many Vietnam-era veterans had to wait for decades to get access to VA benefits and appropriate medical treatment for medical conditions presumed to be related to exposure to Agent […]
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November Case Spotlight
In November 2021 Partner Mandy Kelly received a great win for a Korean War Veteran. The Veteran became Mandy Kelly’s client several years ago while trying to prove that his service-connected conditions prevented him from working. In April 2020, attorney Mandy Kelly was successful in proving that the Veteran was entitled to receive Individual Unemployability […]
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