3 minute hearing today - Disabilities Message Board

BlueAtlas · 01-20-2009, 09:18 AM

I had my disability hearing this morning. It lasted 3 entire minutes! The judge asked me only one question, which was to clarify the work I did from home during the time I've been waiting for disability. He wanted to make sure I hadn't made more than the allowable amount and to confirm that we were amending the onset date to simplify the records -- it didn't affect the amount I can be paid in backpay whatsoever.

After he clarified that information, he stated that he saw no problem with granting me full disability beginning with the onset date we have claimed. He was satisfied that my documentation supported my claim completely. Woo hoo! This has been a long, cruel journey, but it's now OVER!

I'm so relieved and so happy! There's a big light at the end of the tunnel! All these bills are gonna get paid!

Thanks to all who have given me such good advice here during this process. You've been great! Your support and encouragement have meant a lot!

Emily

gayle4102 · 01-20-2009, 12:07 PM

Congrats!

I can only hope my hearing is only three minutes long. (I am waiting for a date with the ALJ).

Thanks for letting us know how it went. I agree that there is so much good advice and support here. I think I have learned more from the people who have been fighting the good fight, than all the books and websites put together.

Again, congrats, and thanks for letting us know. It gives the rest of us hope!

rayefaye · 01-20-2009, 06:49 PM

Hi Emily, I just wanted to say congradulations to you for finally winning the battle with SS to get your disability. I know you've been trying for a long time and I'm glad to hear that you were finally granted your disability. We all know getting that backpay will nice especially to finally pay off the bills that have accumulated during the process of applying for disabilily. Once again Congradulations on your victory.

BeHappy2 · 01-20-2009, 08:43 PM

CONGRATULATIONS !!!!!
Thank you for sharing so much!
Wish you the Best

BeHappy2

kyma3 · 01-20-2009, 11:29 PM

Emily I have been thinking about you so much and was wondering how things were going for you. I am so happy

that it went well for you and it sounds like you had an understanding judge. I know you worried about that small income you had but it looks like everything has worked out for you. I know how relieved you must be and you definitely deserve this favorable decision. I hope you will soon receive your backpay and happier days are ahead for you.

It sounds like the person you chose to help you with your hearing did an excellent job also and I know how we worry about those things also. Congratulations again and I just know things will start looking up for you and your family now.

Blessings
Linda