You filed your claim and received a denial notice in the mail a few months later. You probably ask, “Why was it denied, and what could I have done to bolster my SSDI claim application?” The Social Security Administration will explain its decision and why your claim was denied in…
Receiving notice that your application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) has been denied should not dissuade you from pursuing the benefits you deserve. You are still able to challenge that denial at an SSDI hearing – a judicial proceeding typically held inside an office building or dedicated hearing center….
Due to the lengthy process of pursuing an SSDI claim, an individual can go a considerable period without disability benefits while waiting. Many unrepresented filers find themselves navigating the hurdles of their claim overwhelming. It is not uncommon for these individuals to find themselves frustrated and exhausted — or to…
Michael Armstrong Law works to provide transparent and accessible updates concerning Social Security Disability benefit news, adjustments, and resources. August 14, 2025, marked the 90th anniversary of the Social Security Act. Its enactment on August 14, 1935, was a landmark in U.S. history, cementing its role as a pillar for…
At Michael Armstrong Law, we’ve spent over three decades helping clients in Albuquerque and the greater metro area of Albuquerque, New Mexico, navigate the complexities of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) appeals and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) appeals. We recognize that even minor policy changes can have a profound impact…
“The Only Constant in Life Is Change.” – Heraclitus. This phrase accurately describes the recent interactions between the Social Security Administration (“SSA”) and the Trump Administration. Frank Bisignano Named Commissioner of Social Security: The Team Hopes He Brings Stability to the SSA Most recently, the Senate confirmed Frank Bisignano, on…
Applying for Social Security disability, appealing a denial, and navigating the landscape of Social Security benefits can be an incredibly complex task. This daunting task is compounded when multiple family members, e.g., two spouses, receive disability benefits or are applying for SSDI benefits. There are special case scenarios and circumstances…
In addition to Donald J. Trump’s proclamation concerning the 90th anniversary of the Social Security Act, Frank J. Bisignano, commissioner of the Social Security Administration, released a statement concerning the state of Social Security. Commissioner Frank J. Bisignano outlines the following in his address: The historically long wait times…
Video communications are now becoming commonplace with the COVID-19 pandemic ensuring that we offer protocol for protecting and serving our clients safely. Schools, doctors’ offices, and many other entities have moved to video communication to continue operations.Many businesses have now become entirely remote, and some businesses might stick with this…
My name is Michelle and I had the unfortunate pleasure of becoming chronically and permanently sick when I was in my late 40s. When I finally accepted that I could no longer work for a living, I had to find a good disability lawyer. Not a hard thing right? They’re…