SIGNS YOU WON YOUR DISABILITY HEARING

By Charles W. Forsythe (The Forsythe Firm) - Huntsville, AL

While the outcome of a Social Security isn't certain until the decision is written and signed, there are some really good indications that you may have won.

Signs of a good SSDI hearing include:

• a short hearing

• positive judge comments

• Only a few questions for the vocational expert (VE)

• the VE saying no jobs exist in answer to all of the judge's hypothetical questions

• the judge referencing the "grids" or Medical-Vocational Guidelines

• the judge asking the lawyer to amend the alleged onset date (AOD)

• or an immediate "bench decision" for approval (The judge immediately enters his/her decision into the record).

These indicators suggest the judge sees strong medical evidence and finds the claimant unable to work, leaning towards a favorable outcome-- though a decision isn't guaranteed until written and signed by the judge.

After your hearing, it can take 30 to 60 days to receive a written Notice of Decision.

If you need assistance with a Social Security disability appeal or hearing (for an adult) please call us in Huntsville. Free consultation; no fee unless you win with past due payments.

THE FORSYTHE FIRM (256) 799-0297