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Why do we put so much emphasis on talking about treatment? There is a lot that goes into filing and successfully winning a disability claim for a social security hearing, treatment records are the first step. They are the evidence…

Generally speaking, fraud involves obtaining something of value through willful misrepresentation. In the context of the Social Security Administration program, the Agency policy states that fraud exists when a person with intent to defraud makes, or causes to be made,…

Fraud by government imposters apparently is a major activity by criminals. The Social Security Administration places a large emphasis in urging its clients to be proactive in protecting your SSA benefit. The Agency has provided five critical scam resources: Read…

The Social Security Administration announced on March 17, 2021, it will continue its unprecedented step to close all Field Offices to the public as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Agency will update action as additional government-side guidance and…

Our goal as a disability law firm is to be a resource for our clients from start to finish. The Burnett Driskill legal team works hard to provide you with the tools and support you need to feel comfortable and…

COVID-19 has thrown a wrench in our way of life. Not only has it affected our personal and business lives, but it has also changed the way that medical professionals work. Many visits are now done via telemedicine and telehealth,…

Disability claims involve a mountain of paperwork. With or without an attorney, there are numerous forms, worksheets, and reports to complete. One common form is a physician statement. Physician statements can be very helpful for disability claims with the Social…

SSA issued an Emergency Message (Order) September 10 regarding late requests for statutory benefits continuation (SBC). SBC is an option when a continuing disability review leads to a medical cessation of disability benefits. When a disability beneficiary appeals to the…

In your search for a doctor, plumber, painter, etc, you have a set of criteria you expect them to meet. In Kansas City disability law, we also understand we have those expectations as well. BurnettDriskill Attorneys encourages you to do thorough research about your…

Through our years working with disability law in Kansas City, we have seen a variety of different cases. Each come with their own challenges and unique presets. In this line of work, we have often seen individuals try and represent themselves…

The highest position at the Social Security Administration is the Commissioner. He or she heads the department, and reports directly to the President of the United States. The Commissioner’s Office provides executive leadership, heading up the Social Security Administration. It…

In recent times there has been an influx in the amount of creative ways that criminals are trying to scam innocent people for their hard-earned money. Has someone recently called you? Did they call from an unknown phone number or…