Oklahoma Social Security Disability Blog
A resource for both the legal community and the general public regarding issues concerning Social Security disability in Oklahoma.
Author: Dan Nunley is a solo practitioner in Tulsa, Okla. He also authors Oklahoma Family Law Blog, Oklahoma Personal Injury Lawyer and Oklahoma Workers' Compensation Blog.
Blawg Related Categories: Disability Law • States • Oklahoma • Solo / Small Firm
Recent Posts from Oklahoma Social Security Disability Blog
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Social Security Disability Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Social Security Disability is a complex and ever-changing area of the law which requires the attorneys who practice in this area to continually study in order to stay up-to-date. Social Security Disability law is not…
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What happens at a Social Security disability hearing in Oklahoma?
Here is an informative video regarding who is involved and what takes place at a Social Security Disability hearing before an administrative law judge.
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What is the process for reviewing an application for Social Security disability benefits in Oklahoma?
First, your application for Social Security disability benefits will be reviewed by the local office staff in order to determine whether or not you meet the eligibility requirements to even apply for disability benefits. Things…
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Oklahoma Social Security Disability Attorney
The Social Security Administration pays disability benefits under two separate programs: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The medical requirements that determine who is eligible for disability payments is the same…
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What You Should Know Before You Apply For Social Security Disability Benefits
The Social Security Administration has a fact sheet that provides general information that disabled people need to know before they apply for Social Security Disability Benefits. The fact sheet is available as a pdf document…
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Disability Hearing Backlogs Contribute to Financial Ruin and Suicide
As the backlog of Social Security disability cases grows, more people are waiting longer for decisions on their appeals—up to three years, in many cases. In the meantime, some lose their homes, declare bankruptcy or…
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When is a person considered disabled for Social Security Disability?
For Social Security Disability purposes, to be considered disabled a person must have an impairment, either medical, psychological, or psychiatric in nature. The disabled person’s impairment must also meet the definition of disability which essentially…
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What is SSD?
SSD is another name for Social Security Disability, and is the type of disability benefits most “disabled” individuals seek. These benefits are paid out of the Social Security Administration.
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Where does the money come from to pay disability benefits?
SSD benefits are paid out of the funds you pay into Social Security during the years that you work.
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How do I qualify for SSD benefits?
The first requirement is that you must have paid into the Social Security Administration for a long enough period and in large enough amounts to be considered “Insured.” Next, you must not be “gainfully” employed.…