Hey Bridge,
Why did you have to make a new application to SSA? If you had applied and been denied before couldn't you have done the appeal?
Because if you had appealed your first and second refusals, then an attorney could come into play and file for a hearing before a judge on the third appeal. And while there isn't much an attorney can do until your application is denied, he should have been able to give you some guidance. I spoke to an attorney before I filed the first time. He gave me some pointers and some additional medical paperwork that isn't required on the first app, but doesn't hurt to have on record. Between his help, and plenty of guidance from AlohaBen I did my first application myself online.
I know all about having to use additional sheets for doctors and meds..
The entire process is a pain in the butt. I think if you live through the application process that you deserve to get compensation.
I do hope that you and Cody feel better soon. It has to be so hard taking care of Bailey and the animals. Enjoy your beading..I do vinyl graphics, everything from decals to full vehicle wraps, it helps keep me from going over the edge...Somtimes...
Hang in there!! You always have an ear here, if things get too crazy or you just need to scream at someone.
