Episode Summary:
In this informative episode, federal employment lawyer Eric L. Pines discusses the complexities of filing for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). He provides valuable insights into the application process, common reasons for denial, and tips for improving approval chances. The episode particularly focuses on the importance of medical documentation and understanding the strict criteria for SSDI approval.
Key Timestamps:
- 00:09 – Introduction and episode overview
- 00:53 – Basic process of filing SSDI claims
- 01:08 – Eligibility requirements and application process
- 02:40 – Common reasons for SSDI claim denials
- 03:37 – Tips for avoiding application pitfalls
- 04:54 – Role of SSA’s Disability Determination Services
- 08:26 – Compassionate Allowance process for terminal illnesses
- 09:07 – Tips for expediting claims
- 11:50 – Comparison between federal disability and social security disability
About the Show:
“Empowering Workers” is a podcast featuring Eric L. Pines, a nationally recognized federal employment lawyer, mediator, and attorney business coach. The show focuses on federal employees’ rights, disability claims, employment law, and Social Security Disability matters. Eric represents federal employees and serves as in-house counsel for over 50,000 federal employees through his work as a federal employee labor union representative.