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From the Margolius Social Security Disability Blog

• Proving the Existence of Pain in the Disability Process
  Administrative Law Judges (ALJs) who conduct disability hearings at the third step of a claimant’s appeal process are required to assess a claimant’s alleged disabling symptoms under Social Security’s regulations and rulings. See 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529 and 416.929; Social Security Ruling (SSR) 16-3p, 2017 WL 5180304 (October 25, 2017). However, recently, we have seen federal courts reversing …
• NEWS REPORT: Administrative Law Upheaval Threatens Use of SSA and ERISA Regulations
  A pending Supreme Court case threatens how government agencies enforce regulations. The case threatens not only Social Security’s administrative process but many other regulations issued by governmental agencies. Many federal agencies issue regulations which control the operation of everything from food products to interpretation of Social Security disability law. The United States Supreme …
• How Do Children Qualify for Benefits?
  Is your child eligible for SSI? SSI is an abbreviation for Supplemental Security Income. This benefit is available for children (like adults) who suffer from a severe medical impairment. The impairment, or medical condition, must significantly impact the child’s ability to grow, function, or learn. The first step in evaluating if your child is eligible for SSI is to address financial eligibility. …