The Disability Expert Podcast With Chad Brown

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, host Chad Brown delves into the complexities of Disabled Adult Child (DAC) benefits. Chad explains the eligibility criteria, focusing on the requirement that the disability must begin before age 22, and clarifies common misconceptions, such as the distinction between childhood benefits and DAC benefits. He discusses the familial re...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, hosts Chad Brown and Aaron Dalton dive into the complexities of childhood disability benefits under the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program. They discuss the unique challenges parents face when applying for benefits for children under 18, emphasizing the distinction between childhood and adult disability rules. The episode p...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, host Chad Brown is joined by senior associate Aaron Dalton to delve into the complexities of winning disability cases involving heart conditions. They explore why heart cases have become more challenging over the years due to advancements in medical treatments, such as thrombolytics. The discussion highlights the importance of not...

Episode Summary:  In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, host Chad Brown and co-host Aaron Dalton delve into the complexities of disability claims related to COPD and other respiratory conditions. They discuss the historical prevalence of these conditions, particularly in the South, and the impact of smoking and vaping on respiratory health. The hosts explain the importance of meeting s...

Episode Summary:  In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, host Chad Brown, alongside co-host Aaron Dalton, delves into the complexities of winning disability claims for back conditions. They highlight the prevalence of back issues in disability claims, noting that 40% of cases involve some form of back problem. The discussion covers the critical steps in building a successful case, inclu...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, host Chad Brown and his senior associate delve into the complexities of managing Social Security Disability (SSD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) claims simultaneously. They explore the intricate differences and similarities between these two systems, emphasizing the importance of understanding timelines, benefit calculations, and t...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, host Chad Brown and his senior associate Dalton provide an in-depth overview of the Social Security disability five-step sequential evaluation process. They clarify how Social Security determines disability status through a structured process, emphasizing the importance of understanding each step. The discussion begins with substan...

Episode Summary:  In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, hosts Chad Brown and Aaron Dalton delve into the complexities veterans face when navigating VA and Social Security disability benefits. They discuss the common confusion between the two systems, highlighting the different regulations, standards, and processes involved. The hosts emphasize the importance of understanding how VA dis...

Episode Summary:  In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, hosts Chad Brown and Aaron Dalton delve into the complexities of Continuing Disability Reviews (CDRs) and their impact on disability benefits. They discuss the political shifts affecting the CDR process, including its transition from state to federal oversight, and the implications for beneficiaries. The hosts provide valuable ins...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, hosts Chad Brown and Aaron Dalton delve into the complexities of why Social Security disability cases are often denied. They explore the sequential evaluation process, highlighting common pitfalls such as substantial gainful activity, date-last-insured issues, and technical denials. The hosts explain the importance of accurate work...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, host Chad Brown and his associate Aaron Dalton delve into the intricacies of preparing for a Social Security Disability hearing. They address common client questions about the hearing process, such as what to expect, who will be present, and how to handle different hearing formats, including video and phone hearings. The hosts emph...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, host Chad Brown delves into the intricacies of the disability process, focusing on the critical role of the "grids" at step five of the sequential evaluation process. Chad, alongside his guest, discusses real-life case examples to illustrate how the grids can determine the outcome of disability cases. They explore hypothetical scen...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, host Chad Brown is joined by Aaron Dalton to delve into the intricacies of the grid rules within the disability determination process. They explore how these rules, often considered the "Holy Grail" of disability cases, play a crucial role in deciding whether an individual is deemed disabled. Chad and Aaron break down the component...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, hosts Chad Brown and Aaron Dalton delve into the intricacies of Residual Functional Capacity (RFC) in disability cases. They begin by recapping the importance of RFC in determining a person's ability to work, focusing on exertional and non-exertional limitations. The hosts then explore two hypothetical cases: a 54-year-old male con...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, host Chad Brown and co-host Aaron Dalton delve into the intricacies of Residual Functional Capacity (RFC) and its critical role in disability cases. They explore how RFC is determined, breaking down its component parts, including exertional and non-exertional limitations. The hosts discuss the importance of understanding the RFC as...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, hosts Chad Brown and Aaron Dalton explore the top three reasons why individuals often lose their Social Security disability cases. They discuss how work activity, insufficient medical evidence, and credibility issues can severely impact the outcome of a disability claim. Chad and Aaron emphasize the importance of understanding the...

Episode Summary: In this episode of The Disability Expert Podcast, host Chad Brown and his associate Dalton dive into the intricacies of building a successful Social Security disability case. They introduce a comprehensive assessment checklist that evaluates 52 factors crucial for winning a disability case. The discussion focuses on three primary categories: age, education, and work experience, wh...

Episode Summary:  In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, Chad Brown delves into the complexities of disability claims for gig economy workers. Chad revisits the intricacies of self-employment rules and how they impact eligibility for disability benefits. The discussion highlights common gig roles like Uber and DoorDash drivers, examining how their work is assessed under Social Security'...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast,  Chad Brown and Aaron Dalton delve into the intricacies of how the Social Security Administration evaluates self-employment work in disability cases. The duo discusses the challenges faced by individuals with gig economy jobs like Uber, DoorDash, and Upwork, and how these roles are assessed differently from traditional W2 employmen...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, hosts Chad Brown and Aaron Dalton delve into the pivotal role that healthcare professionals play in building a successful Social Security Disability claim. They discuss the importance of medical documentation, including diagnosis, symptoms, and functional limitations, and how these elements form the "golden chain of evidentiary pro...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, hosts Chad Brown and Aaron Dalton dive into the intricacies of psychological consultative exams within the social security disability process. They discuss the importance of understanding the full scope of these exams, which often include both physical and psychological evaluations. The episode provides a detailed breakdown of what...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, hosts Chad Brown and Aaron Dalton delve into the complexities of consultative examinations in Social Security disability cases. They discuss the critical role these exams play in the disability determination process and how they can significantly impact a claimant's case. Chad and Aaron explain the types of consultative exams, incl...

Episode Summary:  In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, the co-hosts delve into the signs that indicate whether someone should consider applying for disability benefits. From the financial realities to the emotional toll, they break down the key indicators that signal it might be time to start the application process. Key Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:30 – Severe medical event le...

Episode Summary: This episode delves into the complexities surrounding long term disability claim denials. The discussion highlights key insights into understanding the denial process, crucial timelines, and strategies for appealing to overturn denials. The episode emphasizes the importance of developing a robust administrative record and avoiding common pitfalls that can hinder the success of an...

Episode Summary: Hirak Pati, a passionate disability expert attorney, shares his journey from advocating for underpaid workers to becoming a leading advocate for disabled individuals. His personal background and advocacy experiences have shaped his commitment to helping clients secure disability benefits and regain stability in their lives. Key Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 02:30 – Hirak's Advo...