Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, host Chad Brown interviews Maria Vargas, a seasoned vocational expert with over 30 years of experience. They discuss the crucial role of vocational experts in Social Security Disability hearings, proper hearing preparation, and insights into the disability determination process.
Key Timestamps:
00:01 - Introduction to the Disability Expert Podcast
00:24 - Introduction of guest Maria Vargas and her background
02:24 - Explanation of what a vocational expert does in disability hearings
04:20 - Discussion of how judges use hypothetical questions in hearings
08:03 - Tips for claimants attending disability hearings
11:49 - Importance of properly completing work history forms
16:05 - Sponsor break (CBIG Medicare services)
18:02 - Discussion about attorney preparation and effectiveness
21:13 - Overview of Long-term Disability (LTD) claims and their interaction with Social Security
About The Show:
The Disability Expert Podcast tackles difficult issues in the disability benefits process by interviewing the country's top experts. The show aims to help listeners better navigate the increasingly complex disability process through expert insights and practical advice.
Guest Expert:
Maria Vargas - Vocational Expert
- Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from UNC Chapel Hill
- 30+ years of experience in vocational rehabilitation consulting
- Testified in thousands of Social Security Disability Hearings
- Website: vargasvocationalconsulting.com
- Email: Maria@VargasVoc.com
Connect with Maria:
Website: www.vargasvocationalconsulting.com
Email: Maria@VargasVoc.com
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