Steps Involved in Your Disability Evaluation

One of the important steps in your disability evaluation is explaining your relevant work history. You can find out more about this step by talking to an Ocala disability attorney.

An Ocala Disability Attorney Discusses Past Relevant Work

Your Ocala disability lawyer knows that you will not be found disabled if you are still able to do “past relevant work.” The definition of “past relevant work,” according to the Social Security Administration (SSA) is any paid task you were able to do in the last 15 years or in the 15 years prior to the date your disability insured status began. Essentially, you need to look at your least-challenging job and determine why you cannot do such work any longer—this is an important step in your disability application.

An Ocala Disability Attorney Discuss the Listing of Impairments

Another important step when apply for disability benefits may be making an argument that your impairments meet the criteria set forth by the SSA in its Listing of Impairments. An Ocala disability lawyer make be able to assist with this part of the process.

For More Information From an Ocala Disability Attorney

The process of applying for disability benefits is often complex and confusing. There are many more steps involved in filing a successful Social Security disability application. An Ocala disability attorney at the CJ Henry Law Firm, PLLC can answer your questions in this regard and help you navigate the system. Contact us at 352-304-5300 today to schedule a free initial consultation.