Guest guest Posted June 30, 2004 Report Share Posted June 30, 2004 Just my opinion, but my experience so far with SSD is that you might as well get an attorney from the get go. I got one that does nothing but SSD work. He told me that almost everyone gets turned down the first time and I did. They handle the appeals and the hearing, if need be. I had a friend with terminal cancer and she got turned down the first time and then got an atttorney and got it on appeal. I've researched this some and everything I've read or whom ever I talked to has said to get an attorney. It sounds like it will save time in the long run. Since I'm still in the process, I'll keep you guys posted. I was a bartender for 30 years and have Hep C, FM, and was dx with Lupus in March. I have the horrible arm, wrist and finger pain, the brain fog, extreme fatigue, and am battling bouts of depression and anxiety attacks. There's no way I could ever do that work again. Just getting dressed and getting out of the house takes forever, I'm sure you all understand. I think the hard part about filling out the forms for the SSD (aside from the hand pain from all the writing)is that you have to focus on your pain and limitations so much. Mentally it's tough, as I try so hard to focus on what I'm grateful for and try not to be negative. I will be happy when the appeals are over. Very grateful for this group and the wonderful supportive members. Luv to all, Robyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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