By William Powell of Powell & Denny | Published June 26, 2026 | Posted in Social Security Disability, Workers Compensation | Tagged Tags: free consultation, NO FEE UNLESS YOU WIN, What Is a Vocational Expert and What do they do in My Case? |
What Is a Vocational Expert and What do they do in My Case?
What Is a Vocational Expert and What do they do in My Case? Many injured workers and disability claimants are surprised to learn that doctors are not always the only experts involved in their case. In both Alabama workers’ compensation claims and Social Security Disability cases, another type of expert may play an important role: Read More
Read MoreWhy Does Social Security Care How Old I Am? Understanding Age Categories and the Grid Rules
Why Does Social Security Care How Old I Am? Understanding Age Categories and the Grid Rules One of the most surprising things many Social Security Disability claimants learn is that age can significantly affect the outcome of a disability claim. Many people assume disability cases are decided solely by medical evidence. They think: “Either I Read More
Read MoreI Was Seriously Hurt at Work and Can’t Work, Can I Receive Workers’ Compensation and Social Security Disability Benefits?
I Was Seriously Hurt at Work and Can’t Work, Can I Receive Workers’ Compensation and Social Security Disability Benefits? One of the most common misconceptions about serious workplace injuries is that workers’ compensation is the only benefit available to an injured worker. In reality, many workers who suffer severe injuries may qualify for both: Alabama Read More
Read MoreI Owe Child Support, Will That Affect My Social Security Disability Claim?
I Owe Child Support, Will That Affect My Social Security Disability Claim? One of the most common questions we hear from disability claimants is “I owe child support. Will that affect my Social Security Disability claim?” The answer depends upon several factors, including: Whether you are receiving SSDI or SSI benefits; Whether you owe current Read More
Read MoreCan Social Security Deny My Disability Claim Because I Could Not Afford Medical Treatment?
Can Social Security Deny My Disability Claim Because I Could Not Afford Medical Treatment? One of the most frustrating situations faced by many Social Security Disability claimants occurs when Social Security questions their credibility because they stopped seeing doctors, stopped taking medication, or went months—or even years—without receiving medical treatment. For many disabled individuals, the Read More
Read MoreWhat Is an Alleged Onset Date and Why Does It Matter in a Social Security Disability Claim?
What Is an Alleged Onset Date and Why Does It Matter in a Social Security Disability Claim? One of the most important dates in a Social Security Disability claim is something known as the Alleged Onset Date, often referred to as the AOD, and many people applying for Social Security Disability benefits misunderstand what this Read More
Read MoreWill Social Security Use My Daily Activities Against Me?
Will Social Security Use My Daily Activities Against Me? One of the most common concerns disability claimants have is: “If I can still grocery shop, drive a car, or attend church, does that mean Social Security will deny my claim?” Unfortunately, daily activities frequently become an issue in Social Security Disability cases. However, many claimants Read More
Read MoreWhy Does Social Security Care About My Daily Activities?
Why Does Social Security Care About My Daily Activities? Many people applying for Social Security Disability benefits become frustrated when they are asked questions about their daily activities. They wonder “What does making my bed have to do with my disability claim?” “Why does Social Security care whether I cook dinner?” “Why are they asking Read More
Read MoreSocial Security Is Not Asking Whether You Can Work—They Are Asking Whether You Can Maintain Steady Employment
Social Security Is Not Asking Whether You Can Work—They Are Asking Whether You Can Maintain Steady Employment One of the biggest misconceptions about Social Security Disability benefits is the belief that a person must be completely incapable of doing anything before they can qualify for disability. We frequently hear prospective clients say things such as Read More
Read MoreMy Doctor Says I’m Disabled. Why Was I Denied Social Security Disability Benefits?
My Doctor Says I’m Disabled. Why Was I Denied Social Security Disability Benefits? One of the most frustrating conversations we have with prospective clients goes something like this: “My doctor says I’m disabled. They told me I can’t work and filled out paperwork saying I am disabled. So why did Social Security deny my claim?” Read More
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