Anyone experienced with filing for disability?

[ManitouDan]

I was told by a lawyer 2 years ago he would take my case , but chose to keep working part time . Considering leaving the work force and filing . So is having a lawyer represent you necessary? Is it worth whatever % or fee they charge ? Is it too complicated to file on your own ? Been told it take 6 months to get a reply or 18 months ?? And you must quit working or you have no chance to be granted disability. So I’d be a while without any income . I just know people complain about the system , but it’s an unknown to me .. thanks

 

[ace on the river]

My sister did her own. She was turned down twice and got it on her third try. She should have got it the first time, but from what I have heard is they always turn you down the first time

 

[FearThe Blue]

You don’t need one to file. If you get turned down and have to appeal to an administrative law judge, one would be helpful.

 

[Wildcats1st]

I was told by a lawyer 2 years ago he would take my case , but chose to keep working part time . Considering leaving the work force and filing . So is having a lawyer represent you necessary? Is it worth whatever % or fee they charge ? Is it too complicated to file on your own ? Been told it take 6 months to get a reply or 18 months ?? And you must quit working or you have no chance to be granted disability. So I’d be a while without any income . I just know people complain about the system , but it’s an unknown to me .. thanks

Has a dr determined you’re disabled?

 

[ManitouDan]

Has a dr determined you’re disabled?

Yes my primary provider, a NP , said yes — haven’t had a rheumatologist visit since deciding to file .

 

[kyboy1998]

What gender and ethnicity?

If white male who is leaning on a nurse practitioner for his leverage it may be tough. Looks more like an aging guy trying to get out of work.

If you happen to be a woman or anything other than white you may have a chance.
Even a fake bad back could get you what you are after.

I start with trying to get FMLA and be a nuisance to employers for a couple of years, and try from there.