TEXAS DISABILITY ADVOCATES

HOW CAN MY ADVOCATE AT TEXAS DISABILITY ADVOCATES HELP ME?

Assisting you with the initial completion of the application’s process
Collecting your medical records from your doctors, clinics, or hospitals at no cost to you
Sending your medical records electronically to the Social Security Administrations, Disability Determination Services in Austin for a quicker decision, to the Judge and if necessary any new and material evidence to the higher level above the Judge; Appeals Council
Aid you in filling out all SSA/DDS forms
Evaluate your claim and advise you on the law and your options
Review your medical records and make suggestions for any additional testing required to prove your case
Supplement your claim file with additional medical records
File any appeals necessary and handle all SSA paperwork
Obtain medical reports and opinion evidence regarding your disability
Consult with qualified Vocational Experts to get opinion evidence rebutting the ALJ called Vocational Experts
Obtain and develop evidence regarding your “Residual Functional Capacity” that is the key to your disability claim
Correctly calculate your SSD benefits
File a legal brief arguing the legal, medical and vocational issues in your case
Keeping posted of any changes in your case as well as answering any questions you have throughout the process
Saving you countless trips to the Social Security Administration office
Assisting you with filling out any paperwork or forms related to your case
If and when denied, your representative will prepare your appeal in a timely manner
Most importantly, your representative will prepare and represent you at your Disability Hearing. (80% of claims get approved at this level)
Going over your award letter to ensure you were paid correctly and answer any medical coverage questions you may have concerning your case
Don't give up –Getting your SSDI/SSI benefits can be a long and frustrating process, but our focus is getting the benefits you deserve sooner and a lower representation fee