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FREQUENTLY ASKED SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY QUESTIONS

Q. Does Social Security Disability Pay for My Medical Bills?

A. Not immediately. If you are receiving Disability Insurance Benefits, Disabled Widows or Widowers Benefits, or Disabled Adult Child Benefits,…

Q: Could You Explain What an Administrative Law Judge Social Security Hearing is?

A: Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Social Security Hearings are proceedings presided over by an Administrative Law Judge, a final evaluator…

Q. What if My Disability is Caused by Drugs and/or Alcohol?

A. Congress has enacted legislation that imposes significant restrictions on the eligibility for Social Security benefits if substance abuse issues…

Q. When Can I Expect a Social Security Hearing?

A. Social Security appeals can be a lengthy process, with significant waiting times between each level of appeal. It often…

Q. Should I Try to Work if I Have Applied for Social Security?

Yes. While you cannot be eligible for Social Security benefits while working full time, the law allows you to make…

Q. Should I Apply for Social Security When I Am Receiving Workers’ Compensation Benefits?

A. Yes, in general, Social Security law requires that you be disabled for a continuous period of twelve (12) months…

Q. Can I Work for any Period of Time and Still Receive Social Security Disability Benefits?

A. Generally, No. You are required to report any earnings or substantial gainful activity to the Social Security Administration as…

Q. When Can I Expect a Hearing on My Claim?

Due to the high volume of appeals in Social Security cases, it often takes several months before each level of…

Q. Why Won’t Social Security Pay for my Disability Without an ALJ Hearing?

Only a limited few applicants in North Carolina receive benefits before the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) hearing. Social Security decisions…

Q. How Long Do I Have to Wait to File for Social Security Disability Benefits?

A. There is no waiting period at all. You can file for Social Security Disability benefits the day you become…

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The case and all it entailed has been a pleasurable and stress free process due to the employees in this law firm. We definitely would highly recommend them!! 5 stars all around.

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Just used for a basic will and such everything went smoothly. I would return.
 
 
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They explained my options clearly, took time to listen to my questions about my options and then helped me to set an appointment with social security to start the process of filing for disability. 

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Bowling Law office in Franklin are wonderful to do business with. They handled the closing sale of my retirement home in Franklin, NC. Olga was amazing with her tenacity to keep things moving. Thank you Olga and everyone at Russell Bowling Law Office.

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Excellent staff and quality of service is excellent, their response time is above average prior to past experience with a law office.
 
 
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Not only were we successful in our appeals case, we were treated with kindness, dignity and respect. Thank You Attorney Bowling, Monica and all who are there to help people win cases like us!

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I have used this office several times and highly recommend them. Very professional, knowledgeable and patient. Thank you!
 
 
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They responded to phone calls and emails promptly and addressed all my questions and concerns in a timely manner. Their knowledge and expertise helped the process go smoothly and I am very pleased with the outcome. Thank you!
 
 
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Had a fine closing, thanks Heidi and Russell for your hard work and getting it settled. Bringing in a closing on the target date and on a Friday afternoon to boot, isn't always easy. A lot has to happen to make it so!
 
 
 
 
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Excellent staff and quality of service is excellent, their response time is above average prior to past experience with a law office.
 
 
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Bowling Law Office handled a closings in 2022 and at the beginning of 2023 for us. One of us lived in Tennessee and the other in Florida. Everything was handled very efficiently. Olga did an awesome job communicating with us! I would highly recommend Bowling Law Office.

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We have had several closings with Russell. Always on time with closing, very professional.
 
 
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Professional staff, great communication, top notch legal team and attorney.
 
 
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