Shirlean Joan Johnson v. Kilolo Kijakazi

Waco, Texas social security disability lawyer represented Plaintiff seeking review of the denial of her application for DIWC/DIWW benefits by HHS.



"The Social Security Disability (SSD) law is a complex set of rules that govern who is eligible for disability benefits and how much they can receive. The law is administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA).



To be eligible for SSD benefits, you must meet the following criteria:



You must have a severe medical condition that prevents you from doing any substantial gainful activity.

Your condition must have lasted or be expected to last for at least 12 months.

You must have worked and paid Social Security taxes for a certain number of years.



The SSA uses a five-step process to determine if you are disabled:



The SSA will first determine if you have a medically determinable impairment. This means that your condition must be caused by a physical or mental condition that can be diagnosed by a doctor.

The SSA will then determine if your impairment is severe. This means that your impairment must significantly limit your ability to do basic work-related activities.

The SSA will then determine if your impairment is expected to last for at least 12 months.

The SSA will then determine if your impairment prevents you from doing any substantial gainful activity. This means that you cannot do any work that pays more than a certain amount of money per month.

Finally, the SSA will determine if you have enough work credits. This means that you have worked and paid Social Security taxes for a certain number of years.



If you are approved for SSD benefits, you will receive a monthly payment. The amount of your payment will depend on your work history and your earnings.



If you are denied disability benefits, you can appeal the decision. You have 60 days from the date of the denial to file an appeal.



The Social Security Disability law is a complex and ever-changing system. If you are considering applying for disability benefits, it is important to speak with an experienced attorney who can help you understand the law and your rights.

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04/14/2023 16 ORDER ADOPTING REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS for 14 Report and Recommendations. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the final decision of the Commissioner of the Social Security Administration is AFFIRMED. The Courts Clerk is directed to close this case. Signed by Judge Alan D Albright. (zv) (Entered: 04/14/2023)