Appeals
What to Expect at Your Disability Hearing in 2026
Nervous about your disability hearing? Here is who will be in the room, what the judge will ask, and how to prepare so…
May 26, 2026
Insights & Updates
The Mason Law Disability Blog
Practical guidance on winning and keeping the Social Security benefits you've earned.
How-To
7 Mistakes That Get Disability Applications Denied
From thin medical records to missed deadlines, these seven common mistakes lead to denied disability applications.…
May 19, 2026
News
The 2026 COLA: What Disability Recipients Need to Know
Social Security payments rise 2.8 percent in 2026. Here is what the new COLA means for your SSDI or SSI check, and…
May 12, 2026
Conditions
Compassionate Allowances: The Fast Track to Disability Approval
For the most serious conditions, Compassionate Allowances can bring disability approval in weeks instead of months.…
May 11, 2026
How-To
The Disability Application Timeline: What to Expect at Each Stage
Wondering how long disability takes? Here is a realistic timeline from your first application through the hearing, and…
April 29, 2026
Conditions
How to Get Disability for Depression and Anxiety
Depression and anxiety can qualify for disability when they seriously limit daily functioning. Learn what evidence the…
April 18, 2026
SSDI
Social Security Disability and Working Part-Time: The Rules Explained
Can you work part-time and still receive disability? Learn how substantial gainful activity, the trial work period, and…
April 7, 2026
Appeals
How to Win a Disability Appeal After Being Denied
A denial is not the end of your claim. Learn the four levels of appeal, why many strong claims are approved on appeal,…
March 27, 2026
Appeals
What to Say and Not Say at Your Disability Hearing
Your hearing testimony can decide your claim. Learn how to describe your limitations honestly and effectively, and the…
March 17, 2026