To say that the Social Security Administration is a complex bureaucracy is an understatement. Anyone trying to get answers or information is likely to be met with difficulty. Indeed, it seems that many of the lower-echelon employees don’t even have a clear understanding of SSA regulations – in one study, 25% of answers provided to…
Doing the right thing isn’t always easy for some people. Becoming a whistleblower is a difficult decision to make, precisely when an individual knows that a company will retaliate against them. Fortunately, there are provisions in place to protect those who leak paramount information. False Claims Act The False Claims Act is probably the best-known…
Social Security disability claimants may be required to undergo certain medical tests ordered by the Social Security Administration. Your Michigan disability attorney will tell you to conform with these requests, but he may have some additional ideas about the medical evidence you can present to strengthen your case. An inherent shortcoming of SSA-ordered medical examinations…
When an employee experiences conflict at work, they often feel that the right thing to do is to report the conduct either to a supervisor, especially if there are continuous incidents with other co-workers or higher-ups in the company. Most employees assume that the law protects their jobs if they report a conflict. The reality…
In order to help you better understand how the administrative law judge (ALJ) determines whether you are disabled, your Social Security disability attorney in Detroit can give you a detailed overview of the process. Hypothetical Determination An ALJ’s decision as to whether a claimant is disabled and deserves Social Security disability benefits is a hypothetical…
In Michigan and anywhere else in the country, it’s essential to have a police report taken after a car accident. It’s normal to call the police after an accident, especially if there is a lot of damage or injuries. Once the authorities arrive, they will assess the situation and call in the appropriate support teams….
Your Social Security disability hearing comes after denials and appeals; as such, it is important to do all you can to make a good impression. While you are not on trial, you are still going before a judge, and a certain amount of decorum is expected. Your Michigan disability attorney will provide you with advice…
