Problems with Social Security mostly stem from inadequate budgets and staffing shortages. Social Security History Social Security has been around for almost a century in America. The program began in 1935 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law. Though this act did include benefits for those over 65 and retired […]
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Hiring a lawyer for Social Security Disability is a big decision that should not be taken lightly. There are some questions you will need to ask beforehand. In South Carolina, most Social Security Disability claims take more than a year to resolve, and some claims drag on for nearly a decade. During that time, you’ll need to place a lot of trust in your Social Security Disability (SSD) […]
If you’ve been denied after filing a claim for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, you’re far from alone. In fact, most SSD claimants receive a notice of denial after filing a claim. Statistically speaking, the Social Security Administration (SSA) denies initial SSD claims at a rate of 65%, and reconsiderations (the initial stage of appeals) […]
Video Transcript Hello, I’m attorney David Hood and I’ve been practicing law across South Carolina for over 30 years. One of our areas of focus is Social Security Disability. We frequently get questions from potential clients and clients about why the process is so difficult. We’re going to tackle some of those questions right now. […]
