Category Archives: Social Security

If you are trying to get approved for Social Security Disability benefits, reaching the hearing stage is important, but it can feel intimidating. At the Social Security hearing level, after denials at the initial application and reconsideration, you finally have the opportunity to present your case before a Social Security judge, called an “administrative law […]

If you are applying for Social Security Disability, you need monthly benefit payments because your medical issues keep you from working full-time. SSA calculates these monthly benefits based on reported earnings and that you have paid into the Social Security Disability system. Your eligibility depends on the severity of your medical issues, your age, and […]

Many people feel confused or frustrated when their Social Security Disability (SSD or SSI) claim is denied. Many legitimately disabled people are denied Social Security Disability and SSI benefits. Understanding why can help you avoid the common mistake of giving up and, instead, help you get to a hearing and build a stronger case. In […]

Many people feel confused or frustrated when their Social Security Disability (SSD or SSI) claim is denied. Many legitimately disabled people are denied Social Security Disability and SSI benefits. Understanding why can help you avoid the common mistake of giving up and, instead, help you get to a hearing and build a stronger case. In […]

When applying for Social Security Disability or SSI benefits, your medical treatment is most important. In this video, Social Security disability attorney Andrew Kinney of Hoglund Law Offices shares practical insights about why your ongoing medical care is so important when trying to be approved for Social Security benefits. With decades of experience helping thousands […]

If you’ve applied for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and been denied twice, you are approaching most important meaningful stage in the Social Security benefits process: the Social Security hearing. In this video, Hoglund Law Social Security disability attorney Andrew Kinney explains what happens at your Social Security hearing, and […]

At Hoglund Law Offices, we understand that navigating the Social Security Disability (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) process can be overwhelming. That’s why Attorney Andrew Kinney, who has over 30 years of experience handling disability claims, created a video addressing the five most common questions our clients ask. Here’s a brief overview of the […]

What Should You Say at Your Social Security Disability Hearing? For many people trying to get Social Security Disability or SSI benefits, the Social Security disability hearing can be the most stressful part of the entire benefits process. You may worry about what to say, how to say it, or whether you’ll remember the right […]

Should You Hire an Attorney for Your Social Security Disability Claim? Yes! Applying for Social Security disability benefits can be an intimidating and often confusing process—especially when you’re already dealing with serious health issues. In his recent video, Andrew Kinney, a Social Security disability attorney with Hoglund Law Offices, explains why getting legal help can […]

How Does Being Over 50 Strengthen My Social Security Disability Benefits Claim? Navigating the Social Security Disability benefits process can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re dealing with injuries, chronic pain, or other medical challenges. But according to Andrew Kinney, a Social Security Disability attorney at Hoglund Law Offices with decades of experience (and an editor […]