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March 12, 2025 26 mins

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Welcome to Season 1, Episode 8 of Winning Isn't Easy: Navigating Your Social Security Disability Claim. In this episode, we'll dive into the complicated topic of "The Initial Application."

Join host Nancy L. Cavey, an experienced disability attorney, as she demystifies Form SSA-16 - the application for disability insurance benefits. This form is the foundation of your claim, and while completing it may feel overwhelming, it’s a necessary step toward securing your benefits. Like any disability form, it’s filled with potential pitfalls that could lead to costly mistakes and delays. In this episode of Winning Isn't Easy, Nancy is joined by Cavey Law associate attorney Krysti Monaco to break down the form into clear, manageable sections, ensuring you understand the crucial details needed to navigate the process successfully. 

In this episode, we'll cover the following topics:

1 - Basic Information about the Initial Application

2 - Exploring Pages of the Initial Application, and Answering Questions

3 - Okay, Let’s Say We Got Our Initial Application Summary, Reviewed It, Signed It, and Sent It Back - Now What?

4 - What Are Some Crucial Mistakes an Individual Can Make When Filling Out the Application for Disability Insurance?

Whether you're a claimant, or simply seeking valuable insights into the disability claims landscape, this episode provides essential guidance to help you succeed in your journey. Don't miss it.


Listen to Our Sister Podcast:

We have a sister podcast - Winning Isn't Easy: Long-Term Disability ERISA Claims. Give it a listen: https://wiedisabilitypodcast.buzzsprout.com


Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

LINK TO YOUR RIGHTS TO SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY: https://mailchi.mp/caveylaw/your-rights-to-social-security-disability-benefits

FREE CONSULT LINK: https://caveylaw.com/contact-us/


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