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Actionable tips, case insights, and updates to support you through every step of the disability claim process.

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14 Mental Abilities Behind Mental Disability Claims

Most doctors never write these limitations into your medical file. You’ll need to ask.

Brad Thomas

May 25, 2026

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2 min read

Dire Need Letter Can Cut Months Off Your Wait

If you can’t afford a roof, food, medications, or utilities, the SSA can flag your case as urgent.

Brad Thomas

Diagnosis (Usually) Won't Win Your Disability Case

May 18, 2026

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1 min read

Diagnosis (Usually) Won't Win Your Disability Case

The SSA judges your case by how severely your condition limits you, not by what it’s called.

Brad Thomas

How to Tell If You Won Your Disability Hearing

May 11, 2026

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2 min read

How to Tell If You Won Your Disability Hearing

It can take about two months to hear back from the judge. Here’s what lawyers watch for in the meantime.

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Can I Still Qualify for Disability Even If I’m Working

May 4, 2026

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4 min read

Can I Still Qualify for Disability Even If I’m Working

There’s an important exception to the income limit most people don’t know about.

Brad Thomas

How Much Does a Disability Lawyer Cost? (Less Than Most People Think)

Apr 27, 2026

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4 min read

How Much Does a Disability Lawyer Cost? (Less Than Most People Think)

Many people don’t hire a lawyer because they think they can’t afford one.

Brad Thomas

The “How Much Can You Lift?” Question Can Make or Break Your Case

Apr 20, 2026

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2 min read

The “How Much Can You Lift?” Question Can Make or Break Your Case

This one answer causes more disability denials than people realize.

Brad Thomas

Applying for Disability? Check Your Social Media Today

Apr 13, 2026

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4 min read

Applying for Disability? Check Your Social Media Today

What you post online can be misunderstood and used against your claim.

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You Should Be Angry About How Long Disability Claims Take

Apr 6, 2026

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4 min read

You Should Be Angry About How Long Disability Claims Take

Waiting years for a decision isn’t normal, and it isn’t okay.

Brad Thomas

Archive

14 Mental Abilities Behind Mental Disability Claims

Dire Need Letter Can Cut Months Off Your Wait

Diagnosis (Usually) Won't Win Your Disability Case

How to Tell If You Won Your Disability Hearing

Can I Still Qualify for Disability Even If I’m Working

How Much Does a Disability Lawyer Cost? (Less Than Most People Think)

The “How Much Can You Lift?” Question Can Make or Break Your Case

Applying for Disability? Check Your Social Media Today

You Should Be Angry About How Long Disability Claims Take

Brad Thomas Disability Newsletter