Talking Social Security Disability Atty Jonathan Ginsberg | Mar. 19th, 2025 | Social Security Disability videos

This podcast focuses on answering listeners' questions about Social Security Disability (SSD) claims. The host, Jonathan Ginsberg, addresses various issues including long processing times, reconsideration delays, and the impact of staff cuts. He provides advice on strategies for navigating the SSD application process, such as being specific about limitations and considering multiple arguments at a hearing. Ginsberg emphasizes the importance of contacting elected representatives for assistance with delayed cases and highlights the five-year look-back period for past relevant work in SSD claims. Listeners are encouraged to seek legal counsel for complex cases and to utilize available resources like the host's website for case evaluations.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction and Case Overviews

Part 2: Application, Timing, and Restrictions

Part 3: Winning Strategies and Case Details

Part 4: SSDI, SSI, and Workers' Compensation

Part 5: Self-Employment, Social Security Changes, and Remote Work

Part 6: Specific Case Follow-ups and Benefit Information

Part 7: Listener Appreciation and Final Q&A

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Talking Social Security Disability Atty Jonathan Ginsberg | Mar. 19th, 2025

Social Security Disability videos

Part 1: Introduction and Case Overviews

00:23Podcast Introduction and Initial Greeting

Podcast Introduction and Initial Greeting

01:57Kevin Johnson's Case: Lengthy Reconsideration Process

Kevin Johnson's Case: Lengthy Reconsideration Process

05:05Blue Z's Case: Understanding Post-Review Status

Blue Z's Case: Understanding Post-Review Status

Part 2: Application, Timing, and Restrictions

08:22General Questions Regarding Application Timing and Worth

General Questions Regarding Application Timing and Worth

10:11Retirement vs. Disability Application Timing

Retirement vs. Disability Application Timing

12:41ALJ's Restrictions on Team Activities in a Denial

ALJ's Restrictions on Team Activities in a Denial

14:45Lisa C.'s Denied Claim and Appeal Process

Lisa C.'s Denied Claim and Appeal Process

15:42Coralil Katana's Reconsideration Appeal

Coralil Katana's Reconsideration Appeal

18:14Various Short Questions and Updates from Listeners

Various Short Questions and Updates from Listeners

20:00Questions Regarding Case Status and Procedures

Questions Regarding Case Status and Procedures

Part 3: Winning Strategies and Case Details

22:31Three Theories of Disability for Winning a Claim

Three Theories of Disability for Winning a Claim

24:33Further Discussion on Winning Strategies and Case Lengths

Further Discussion on Winning Strategies and Case Lengths

26:39Paul's Case: Prolonged Reconsideration and Missing Mail

Paul's Case: Prolonged Reconsideration and Missing Mail

29:06Austin Vibe's Case: Supplemental Hearing and Five-Year Lookback

Austin Vibe's Case: Supplemental Hearing and Five-Year Lookback

31:51Jim's Question: Doctor's Uncertainty Regarding Neck Surgery

Jim's Question: Doctor's Uncertainty Regarding Neck Surgery

34:53Advice on Seeking Medical Opinions and Advocating for Oneself

Advice on Seeking Medical Opinions and Advocating for Oneself

37:57Stargirl's Question: Cost of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Specialist

Stargirl's Question: Cost of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Specialist

40:46Various Short Questions and Updates

Various Short Questions and Updates

Part 4: SSDI, SSI, and Workers' Compensation

43:51Tara Denise's Question: SSDI and SSI for Daughter

Tara Denise's Question: SSDI and SSI for Daughter

45:25Susie B's Question: Long Wait Times and DAC Application Errors

Susie B's Question: Long Wait Times and DAC Application Errors

47:31Crystal's Question: Workers' Compensation Offset

Crystal's Question: Workers' Compensation Offset

50:07Lady JJ's Questions: Winning Strategies and Benefit Duration

Lady JJ's Questions: Winning Strategies and Benefit Duration

53:15Lori Schroeder's Case: Remand from Federal Court

Lori Schroeder's Case: Remand from Federal Court

55:04Sweet Candy's Question: Adult Function Report and Appeal

Sweet Candy's Question: Adult Function Report and Appeal

56:51Dan Knob's Question: Varying Approval Times

Dan Knob's Question: Varying Approval Times

1:00:22Michael Robert Jennings' Question: Multiple Impairments and CDR Forms

Michael Robert Jennings' Question: Multiple Impairments and CDR Forms

1:02:06Luke's Question: Attorney's Willingness to Take Low-Benefit Cases

Luke's Question: Attorney's Willingness to Take Low-Benefit Cases

Part 5: Self-Employment, Social Security Changes, and Remote Work

1:03:49St. Louis' Question: Interaction with Management in Self-Employment

St. Louis' Question: Interaction with Management in Self-Employment

1:06:29Carolyn's Update and Discussion of Potential Social Security Changes

Carolyn's Update and Discussion of Potential Social Security Changes

1:09:15Recent Positive Changes in Social Security Procedures

Recent Positive Changes in Social Security Procedures

1:11:19Various Short Questions and Answers

Various Short Questions and Answers

1:13:34Personal Update and Discussion of Remote Work

Personal Update and Discussion of Remote Work

1:15:24Crooked Dog Ranch's Question: Work Attempt While on SSDI

Crooked Dog Ranch's Question: Work Attempt While on SSDI

1:17:03Personal Discussion on Weight Loss Strategies

Personal Discussion on Weight Loss Strategies

Part 6: Specific Case Follow-ups and Benefit Information

1:19:33Blue Z's Follow-up Question: Judge's Decision in Post-Review

Blue Z's Follow-up Question: Judge's Decision in Post-Review

1:20:40Amy Kami Loomis' Question: Windfall Elimination Provision

Amy Kami Loomis' Question: Windfall Elimination Provision