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HELPFUL SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY ARTICLES

Is Bipolar Disorder a Qualifying Disability for Social Security Disability Benefits?

Can I Apply for Social Security Disability If I Am Working?

The Disability Claims Process

Understanding the Qualification Process for Social Security Disability Benefits

What to Expect at a Hearing Before an Administrative Law Judge

Can I Collect Social Security Disability Benefits for Cancer?

Expediting a Successful Social Security Disability Claim

Are Your Disabilities Covered by Social Security Benefits?

Will My Age Be a Factor in Determining My Social Security Disability Claim?

What Happens if I am Able to Return to Work Before my Social Security Disability Claim is Determined?

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FREQUENTLY ASKED SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY QUESTIONS

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. How Long Will it Take to Start Receiving Social Security Disability Payments?

The time it takes to receive your Social Security Disability payments depends on whether your initial application is approved or…

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. How Much Will I Receive in Social Security Disability Benefits Every Month?

A. The amount of monthly Social Security benefit checks you receive will depend on what type of program you are…

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. 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. What Witnesses or Evidence Will I Need at the Hearing?

A. Medical reports from your treating doctors play a crucial role in most hearing issues, particularly when it comes to…

Q. What if I am Receiving Workers’ Compensation Benefits?

A. Social Security (SS) law mandates that any other benefits you receive must be taken into account. Consequently, your SS…

Q. Why Won’t Social Security Pay for My Disability Without an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Hearing?

A. In North Carolina, only a small number of applicants are awarded benefits before the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) hearing.…

Q. What Happens When I Am Denied Benefits?

The majority of claimants face multiple denials before obtaining a favorable decision on their claim. DO NOT GIVE UP. Your…

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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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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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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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