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A Credit Counselor Versus a Bankruptcy Attorney

When I was drowning in debt, I knew that soon enough I would need to file for bankruptcy. I simply didn't make enough to cover the amount of debt I had accumulated. However, I was not sure whether I should work with a credit counselor or a bankruptcy attorney. I did a lot of research on the subject and found that there are pros and cons to working with both a credit counselor and a bankruptcy attorney, and that you also had the option of working with both at the same time. Ultimately, I decided to hire the attorney, but that may not be the best option for everyone. I created this website to help you understand what a credit counselor is and what they do, what a bankruptcy attorney is and what they do and how each can help you if you are drowning in debt.

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Do's And Don'ts For Getting Your SSDI Claim Approved By The SSA

30 March 2016
 Categories: Law, Blog

If your doctor has recommended that you file for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA), then it is vital you understand that there are specific things you can do to help you claim to be approved in the shortest period of time possible.

Follow these do's and don'ts to ensure the success of your future SSDI claim:

Do some preliminary research online about the SSDI claims process. By understanding each aspect of the process and reading about other people's experiences, you can better stay on top of your case and anticipate future problems and make plans to actively avoid the most common pitfalls in the process.

Don't over-estimate your chances of success and a quick payment from the SSA for your SSDI claim. Many claims are denied outright on their first attempt and you should expect that yours may be one of them. If you expect a denial, then it will help you to stay sane during the process.

Do be honest and complete when you fill out all of the paperwork that the SSA requires for you to file a claim for SSDI benefits. Look at each form or questionnaire as a potential excuse or the SSA to deny your claim. You can be proactive and avoid this fate by ensuring that all of the information that you provide is complete and accurate.

Don't neglect to obtain copies of all of your medical records and provide them to the SSA with all of the other information that you can use to support your disability claim. When it comes to dealing with the SSA, it is always better to provide as much proof of your disabling condition as possible.

Do continue to see your doctors and closely follow their advice during your application process period. Make sure that you mention all of your symptoms and issues to your physician at each visit so that they will mark them in your medical records. Also, make sure that you attend any physical therapy appointments and fill prescription medications that you are given. If you fail to do these things, then your claim could be denied by the SSA because you are not following medical advice that is being given to you by a physician.

Don't fail to seek the help of an SSDI attorney early in the process of applying for SSDI benefits. By seeking legal assistance early, you will greatly improve your chances of being awarded the SSDI benefits that you deserve in a much more timely fashion. To learn more, contact someone like Michael P Boyle.