In most states, including New York, once you’ve appealed your denial, your case will be heard in front an Administrative Law Judge. These informal proceedings are beyond important. Preparation is key and properly testifying will determine whether you are approved or not.

But is there anything you can do to improve your chances before even stepping into the courtroom?

CHECK OUT THIS GREAT VIDEO of Scott Daniels, Esq. explaining one way an attorney can improve his chances of success for his client’s case.

Scott Daniels, a disability lawyer with the office of Markhoff & Mittman, conducted a lecture on social security disability law where he discussed the procedural aspects of a hearing. Mainly, whether the federal rules of evidence apply in a disability hearing.

CLICK HERE to view his short video and to find out what rules of evidence apply in a disability hearing.

For more on this announcement, check out this great article posted by CNN.

To learn more about disability benefits and whether you are entitled to such a benefit, our office is holding a FREE LIVE SEMINAR on the topic of Federal Social Security Disability Benefits on Tuesday, October 25, 2011 in New York City. Attendees of the seminar will receive a FREE copy of our recently published disability book. To register, CLICK HERE.

Don’t risk thousands of dollars by hiring an attorney who just “dabbles” in disability law. Doing so could result in a denial and could cost you a large sum of money. When hiring a lawyer, don’t be afraid to ask them how many disability claims they’ve handled in the past, or what their success rate is. No lawyer can guarantee you a result, but a good lawyer will break down the issues in your case and what hurdles need to be overcome.

At Markhoff & Mittman, we pride ourselves in representing the injured worker exclusively. We do that so that we can cater our practice to helping those who have become unable to work as a result of an injury or impairment. When thousands of dollars are at stake for you and your family, you want to be able to rely on effective representation. And that is just what you’ll get from Markhoff & Mittman.

What happens to your disability claim?

Will it be dismissed?

Can you try and go back to work while your case is pending?

Check out this video from a recent lecture that Brian Mittman and Scott Daniels held on the topic of disability law.

http://learn.lawline.com/video/what-is-an-unsuccessful-work-attempt/

For more information, please visit www.markhofflaw.com to learn more about the disability process.

New York attorneys Mittman and Daniels have dubbed themselves “The Disability Guys” because their primary focus is to represent injured workers who are entitled to governmental benefits. Together, they’ve helped secure benefits for thousands of individuals across the country. They understand what it takes to win disability claims and in this economy, your claim is not something you want to take lightly.

www.mynydisabilitylawyer.com

If awarded disability benefits, what are you entitled to?

How can you maximize your social security disability benefits?

Will a criminal record or prior drug and alcohol abuse affect your case?

What is SSI and can you receive that too if you are found disabled?

Bulging discs. What are they? Will they help your case?
This is just a sample of the issues that Mittman and Daniels will be breaking down over the next 3 months as they continue to educate the public through the use of live internet webcasting. As attorneys who focus their practice on representing injured workers, Mittman and Daniels have successfully represented thousands of claimants.

CLICK HERE FOR A SCHEDULE OF UPCOMING SHOWS

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT BRIAN MITTMAN, ESQ. AND SCOTT DANIELS, ESQ.

These are some of the toughest economical times our nation has faced. Unemployment rates are on the rise and approximately 1 out of 10 people cannot find work. But imagine if you were suffering from a physical or emotional impairment that prevents you from performing in the workplace. It would be even harder to get a job in this economy. While you might qualify for disability benefits, the Social Security Administration still has to render you disabled. This could take a long time.

So what is one to do for income while waiting for Social Security to make a decision? Is it legal for a person to collect unemployment benefits while their disability application is pending?

Markhoff & Mittman attorneys Brian Mittman and Scott Daniels will tackle this issue head on as they continue their series of live disability webcasts through blogtalkradio. Mittman and Daniels practice extensively in the area of disability law and New York State workers compensation.

To get the real scoop on whether a disability recipient hopeful can collect unemployment benefits while filing a disability claim, CLICK HERE to be directed to the live show, or visit www.markhofflaw.com for a list of archived shows on the right side of the homepage.

Bob’s social security disability case is denied upon the initial application. He has been out of work for 8 months and not receiving any income. Bob appeals his case and requests a hearing, but it could take up to 14 months for that hearing date to arrive. After waiting another 6 months after he filed his appeal, Bob decides that he needs to try and do something to earn some money. At this point, Bob has been out of work and receiving no income for 14 months. If Bob goes back to work, will his case be dismissed?

No.

Since Bob has been out of work for over 12 months and if he is able to prove that his injuries or impairments were severe enough to prevent him from working, Bob still might have a claim for disability benefits. Depending on Bob’s ability to work, or inability work, his attempt to go back will have significant ramifications on his case.

To find out what factors come into play if a claimant attempts to return to work while their disability case is pending, CLICK HERE.

Knowing what will be asked of you in the hearing before you show up can seriously increase your chances of winning disability benefits. If you are able to provide answers with clarity and specificity, the hearing will be conducted in a much smoother fashion and you will appear much more credible.

Check out this great article on the most popular topics at a disability hearing.