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WHY CHOOSE THE FORSYTHE FIRM?

The Forsythe Firm is an experienced advocate for persons with Social Security disability claims. The Forsythe Firm practice is limited to the specialty of Social Security disability only. The Forsythe Firm will help prepare your application and supporting forms for you. The Forsythe Firm never charges a fee unless you win&recover; back pay. The Forsythe Firm is a locally owned and operated professional firm. The Forsythe Firm has a good track record of winning disability claims. The Forsythe Firm is conveniently located across from the Bridge Street Mall in Research Park. The Forsythe Firm will appeal any unfavorable decisions and go with you to hearings. The Forsythe Firm receives approved fees by direct payment from Social Security* The Forsythe Firm charges you no upfront fees, deposits or expenses; pay only if you win. To make an appointment for a free consultation, case evaluation, or just to get questions answered about a disability claim, p

WHY YOU DIDN'T GET APPROVED FOR DISABIILTY

Most Social Security disability claims get denied these days because they believe you can perform "other work."  Other work means that while you may not be able to perform your past work, there are less demanding jobs that you can still do.  Here are 10 of the "other jobs" that Social Security often says disabled persons can still perform (examples): sack repairer silverware wrapper ticket taker parking garage attendant furniture store rental clerk   garment tagger small parts assembley eyeglass assembler  surveillance system monitor wire bender Where do these jobs come from?  From the outdated Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT), last published in 1993 and based on occupational research performed almost 40 years ago!   I had a laugh with an attorney the other day who said he was just thankful that they had finally removed stagecoach driver from the list of "other jobs."  However, it is no laughing matter when one of your clients gets d

DISABILITY CHECKLIST - IMPROVE YOUR ODDS FOR AN AWARD

How to improve your odds of getting a Social Security disability application approved.  Here are some basic but vital pointers that can help you get approved. The Initial Application Paperwork - must be completed meticulously, completely and accurately.  It's not something you can fly over like I used to do my homework.  The following forms are long and cumbersome but they are vital: Adult Disability Report (if you are 18 or over) Work History Report Function Report The Adult Disability Report must provide the name, address and telephone number for every doctor, hospital, clinic or other medical or psychological provider you have seen since the date you claim to have first become disabled. List all conditions treated by each provider with estimate first/last dates of your visits to each provider.  List side effects of all medications.   The Work History Report will be used primarily at the Step Four decision making process:  What was your past work like?  Was it skilled,