Join disability lawyer Scott Daniels, an associate attorney with Markhoff & Mittman, as he breaks down whether or not you can collect multiple forms of benefits at the same time. Daniels represents injured workers in the state of New York and is licensed to represent social security disability claimants in all 50 states.

CLICK HERE to listen live or listen to the show after the live webcast at the same link.  You can also log onto www.markhofflaw.com and click on our blogtalkradio juke box for archived shows.

The attorneys of Markhoff & Mittman will be holding a FREE, live disability seminar tonight in New York City. It’s not every day a pair of highly qualified disability lawyers agree to divulge the secrets to winning your disability claim. This seminar is completely free and all attendees will receive a copy of their brand new disability book, “The Disability Guys’ Guide to Navigating Through The Social Security Disability Maze.”

CLICK HERE TO VIEW DETAILS OF THE FREE SEMINAR.

If you, or someone you know, are hesitant to hire a qualified disability attorney, think again. CLICK HERE to read up on a few scenarios where a claimant can really get burned if they choose to represent themselves at a hearing.

First of all, an attorney who claims he can guarantee any kind of result is not someone you want representing you. It’s highly unethical to guarantee results in the legal profession and in a social security disability claim, it’s not the attorney who makes the decision on whether you will be found disabled.

Secondly, information about winning a disability is great, but what if you could have information on winning AND information on how to lose a disability claim? While no one wants to lose a disability claim, having the information on how to lose a claim will make you even more prepared as a claimant as you get ready for your disability hearing.

In it’s most popular live disability webcast, Markhoff & Mittman attorney Scott Daniels breaks down the key elements that could cost you thousands of dollars in your quest for disability benefits.

CLICK HERE to listen to the podcast.

In several instances throughout the disability process, an attorney is not necessarily needed. It is certainly not a requirement. But if your application is denied upon an initial application, the next phase in the state of New York is the hearing level. Here, a Federal Administrative Law Judge will analyze the case and make a decision on whether or not you are entitled to benefits. An attorney who is well versed in the area disability law can be a world of difference in your case.

As with most attorneys, fees are associated with the representation of claimants, but the federal governement has regulated these fees. Most, if not all disability lawyers, adhere to a contingency fee system in which the lawyer is not paid unless the claimant receives a fully favorable decision. 

To learn more about what a qualified disability lawyer can do for you at the hearing level, CLICK HERE.

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Individuals applying for social security disability benefits are not required to hire an attorney. I know it sounds strange coming from a disability lawyer, but many claimants will choose to handle their own case. Whether they win their case is a different story.

On this episode of Markhoff & Mittman’s continuing series of live disability webcasts, associate attorney Scott Daniels will discuss the advantages of hiring a lawyer for your disability claim. Everything from case tactics to attorney fees will be addressed.

Markhoff & Mittman is an established name in the disability arena and we’ve been helping injured workers since 1933. As major players in the social security disability world, the firm has helped countless claimants obtain benefits.

To listen to tonight’s show, CLICK HERE for the live feed.

For starters, a claimant is NOT required to hire a lawyer to represent them for social security disability benefits. In fact, the Social Security Administration claims that the system is designed for the individual claimant to handle their case themselves. While it’s certainly not a requirement, hiring a skilled disability attorney can be the difference between winning and losing your claim.

Are you aware of all of the social security laws and guidelines regarding your claim?

Do you know if your condition meets or equals a Social Security Medical Listing?

Are you ready to cross-examine a medical expert or vocational expert at your hearing?

These are just a few questions that if you are unsure about an answer, you should probably consult with a qualified disability attorney. New York disability lawyer Scott Daniels, an associate with Markhoff & Mittman, will address the advantages of hiring a lawyer in tonight’s live webcast.

These benefits should not be taken lightly. Tune in to tonight’s live webcast by CLICKING HERE, or you can log onto www.markhofflaw.com to view a list of archived webcasts through blogtalkradio.

What does this mean for disability recipient hopefuls?

It means that you may have to wait months, or possibly even years, to get a determination of whether or not you are disabled. If you are granted benefits upon your initial application, consider yourself one of the lucky ones. If you are denied, like the majority of disability applicants, getting a hearing could take several months.

It really depends on the hearing office where you live and how behind they are. It’s always good to inquire with an attorney first before you jump into the disability world as you will probably gain valuable insight into the process.

For a look at just how long it’s taking some hearing locations to process a hearing, CLICK HERE to check out this recently pulished list from the National Organization Of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives.

Sometimes, the Judge presiding over your hearing calls upon an expert to assist them in determining whether or not you are disabled. But just what kind of expert will be testifying at your hearing? What exactly will they be testifying about? Have you ever spoke to, or even been evaluated by this expert?

Expert testimony can make or break your case. If the testimony that an expert provides is favorable, the better chance you have to win your case. If the testimony is unfavorable, you, or your attorney has an opportunity to generate favorable testimony by cross-examining that expert.

Bottom line is, don’t worry if there is an expert scheduled to testify at your hearing. For a great piece on the type of experts that might show up at your hearing and how to handle them, click here to check out this detailed article.

Markhoff & Mittman’s series of live webcasts continues on February 24th at 7pm with a special 15 minute show covering the topic of when a person should apply for disability benefits. Disability attorney Scott Daniels breaks down the ramifications of applying at specific times and how to increase your chances of being approved for disability benefits by the Social Security Administration.

Can applying at a certain time increase your chances of success?

Can waiting too long to apply hurt my chances for disability benefits?

Can I apply while I am still working?

What if I apply for benefits then return to work?

Tune in for answers to all of these questions and much more. There’s even a call-in number if you’d like to ask your own question. Get real answers from New York attorney Scott Daniels as he breaks down the disability process.

Click here to tune in.