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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. 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. 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. If I Win My Social Security Disability Case, How Much “Back Pay” Will I Receive?

A. The exact amount of “back pay” you receive is determined by the Social Security program you are eligible for.…

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 Happens if I Try to Work When I am Receiving Social Security Benefits?

A. According to Social Security law, it is mandatory to report any income or benefits you receive while you are…

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: 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. How Much Will a Lawyer Cost Me?

A. The approval of attorney fees charged by the lawyer is required by the Administrative Law Judge. Social Security cases…

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 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…

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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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