Social Security Disability Blog
Guiding Ohioans Through The Social Security Disability Process
Life After Winning SSDI Benefits
Winning Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is a major victory. After months or even years of waiting, you’ve finally received the approval that acknowledges your disability and grants you the financial assistance you need. Now that you’ve been...
Building a Stronger Disability Case with a Symptom Journal
When applying for Social Security Disability benefits, medical records are a key part of your case—but they don’t always tell the full story. Conditions like mental health and chronic pain disorders, and some neurological disorders are often difficult to diagnose and...
How to Handle an SSI Redetermination: What You Need to Know
If you’re receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), it’s essential to understand that your continuing eligibility for benefits isn’t set in stone. The Social Security Administration (SSA) periodically conducts what’s called a redetermination to review non-medical...
Roose & Ressler Announces Attorney Alia Green as Co-Principal—Unveils New Name: Roose Ressler & Green Co., LPA
Roose & Ressler, a trusted disability law firm serving communities across Northern Ohio, is proud to welcome attorney Alia Green as a Co-Principal of the firm. As part of this exciting transition, the firm will now operate under its new name: Roose Ressler &...
Understanding Social Security’s Five-Step Evaluation Process
The Social Security Disability process can be difficult to navigate, especially when it comes to understanding how your claim will be evaluated. Social Security uses a structured five-step process to determine whether an applicant qualifies for benefits. Each step...
Can You Submit New Evidence During Your Appeal? Here’s What to Know
If you’ve been denied Social Security Disability benefits, submitting an appeal can be a crucial next step; however, many applicants don’t realize that during the appeals process, you have the opportunity to add new or updated evidence to strengthen your case. This...
Understanding the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) Disability Listings: What Conditions Are Recognized and How to Prove Eligibility
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs have both non-medical eligibility requirements and medical disability eligibility requirements. The Social Security Administration's (SSA) Disability Listings are an...
Can I Apply for SSI if I’ve Been Denied SSDI?
If you’ve been denied Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) due to insufficient work credits or exhausted all your appeals after being found “not disabled,” it can feel like the end of the road, especially when your disability has left you facing financial...
Applying for Disability Benefits While Self-Employed
Applying for disability benefits can be a complex process for anyone, but if you're self-employed, there are additional challenges to consider. As a self-employed individual, business owner, or entrepreneur, you've spent years working hard, building something from the...
How to Strengthen Your Disability Claim with Supporting Documents
Applying for disability benefits can be a challenging process, but having the right supporting documents that are clear and detailed can make a significant difference in your claim's success. The Social Security Administration (SSA) relies on documentation to...
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Resources for Hispanic Americans within the Disability Community
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 – Oct 15, 2024), it's important to recognize and honor the significant contributions of Hispanic Americans. Hispanic Americans have made remarkable strides in advocacy and support, often in areas that don't receive...
Top 10 Questions to Ask Your Disability Lawyer
So, you’ve decided to apply for disability benefits and your initial consultation with a disability lawyer is on the books. Now, what are the next steps? These 10 questions will help clarify the disability claims process and ensure you receive the best possible...