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FREQUENTLY ASKED SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY QUESTIONS

Q. Can I Draw Social Security if I Have Never Worked Full Time?

A. Yes, if you are unable to work at any job for a continuous period of twelve (12) months or…

Q. What is an Administrative Law Judge Hearing?

A. Social Security (SS) hearings are presided over by an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). Fortunately, the Western North Carolina area…

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

A. Legislation passed by Congress places significant restrictions on the eligibility to receive Social Security benefits if your disability is…

Q. What Happens in a Social Security Disability Hearing?

A. Social Security Disability hearings are informal. The decisions are made by an Administrative Law Judge who generally lives in…

Q. How Do I Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits?

A. You become eligible for Social Security disability benefits IF you experience mental and/or physical problems of such severity that…

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…

Q. Am I Eligible for Social Security Disability if My Ailment is Not Permanent?

A. Yes. Social Security law requires only that the disabling condition (1) result in death OR (2) exist for a…

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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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