Kerie P. Stone, PC, Attorney at Law

I’m giving away the farm here with these trade secrets. Here are some tips for completing your Social Security Disability Function Report (form number 3373): 1.) The most important thing is to get the form done. Do not get so nervous that you stall on getting this report done. 2.) Keep responses brief. When writing any explanations, ask yourself if you should be sharing this info. If the answer is no, you may want to leave it out. 3.) When answering questions regar...ding your ability to do things, phrase your responses in terms of a comparison to the way you used to do them. For example, if you used to cook elaborate meals, you might want to explain that as you state that now you only make quick and easy meals. 4.) When answering questions regarding your ability to work, you might want to explain how much time you would have to be away from your job duties for things like breaks due to medical issues, doctor appointments and other health related reasons. 5.) Save a copy. And back to #1 above: GIT ‘ER DONE!!!!! See more

I often get the question, Can I get disability benefits for ? Here’s my answer: a disability claim depends on how you can function in a work setting and whether your records show limitations that are severe enough to keep you out of work. There is no diagnosis that is not accepted, but we do have to prove your case. 2 people who have the same illness may have very different cases.

Offering in person and phone or video consultations for Social Security Disability cases. No fee for initial consultation.

As we all get ready to clean up from this storm, I want to remind everyone to check your county’s consumer affairs website, or call the consumer affairs department to check on the license status of anyone doing work at your home. Be aware that anyone who has a brand new license may have had trouble under a prior license. They may even have a new license number, so it may be difficult to trace the history. There are more than enough honest businesses. You may as well stay away from the others.