Episode Summary:

In this powerful episode, Christine Burnside, managing social security disability attorney at Deuterman Law Group, shares her journey into disability law and discusses the critical intersection of cancer diagnosis and disability benefits. Christine opens up about her personal experience losing her best friend to cancer at age 26, which shaped her empathetic approach to disability law. The episode provides valuable insights into how disability cases involving cancer are developed, including compassionate allowance listings, closed period claims, and the challenges of the Medicare waiting period.

Timestamps:

00:01 - Introduction to Disability Expert Podcast

00:24 - Introduction of Christine Burnside

01:33 - Christine's journey into disability law

03:00 - The rewarding aspects of disability law practice

05:30 - Personal story about cancer impact

09:45 - Paint It Pink fundraising initiative

12:10 - Handling disability cases involving cancer

16:25 - Understanding limitations and doctor documentation

18:38 - Explanation of closed period claims

20:34 - Third-party assistance in disability cases

21:40 - Discussion about Medicare waiting period

24:00 - Contact information for Deuterman Law

About The Show:

“The Disability Expert Podcast” tackles complex issues in disability benefits and features interviews with the country's top experts to help listeners better navigate the disability process. Each episode provides practical insights and expert guidance for those applying for or helping others with disability benefits. To connect with Chad, visit https://chadbrownlaw.com/ or call (336) 546-5066.

Connect with Christine M. Burnside:

To connect with Christine, visit https://deutermanlaw.com/ or call 866-768-3104 at any time. She can also be found on social media with the handle @deutermanlaw. Her firm, Deuterman Law, conveniently has North Carolina offices in Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Durham, Wilmington, and Greenville.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, host Chad Brown interviews Mark Whitehead, a prominent disability attorney. They discuss the various aspects of disability law, including Social Security Disability, VA disability, and long-term disability claims. Mark shares his journey from personal injury law to disability law and explains how his firm has grown to become one of the largest national disability firms. The conversation covers important topics like the interaction between different disability systems, mass torts in disability cases, and elder care planning.

Timestamps:

00:01 - Show Introduction

00:24 - Introduction of guest Mark Whitehead

01:45 - Mark's journey into disability law

04:10 - Discussion on the rewarding aspects of disability law

04:56 - Growth of Mark Whitehead & Associates

07:43 - Explanation of LTD and Social Security Disability interaction

15:44 - Discussion on Mass Torts vs Class Actions

21:48 - Elder Care and Medicaid/Medicare differences

About The Show:

The Disability Expert Podcast tackles difficult issues and interviews the country's top experts to help listeners better navigate the disability process. Hosted by Chad Brown, the show provides valuable insights and information for those applying for disability benefits or helping others with their disability claims.

Mark Whitehead, who is:

• One of the top disability expert lawyers in the country
• Founder of a national disability benefits firm in Texas
• Has over 30 years experience in disability law
• National board trial advocacy expert in disability law and trial law
• His firm handles:
  • Social Security disability
  • VA disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Mass tort cases
  • Elder care
  • Life insurance denials

The firm has grown to include 6 other lawyers plus support staff, and they operate under the name Mark Whitehead & Associates. Their website is disabilitydenials.com and Mark can be reached at mark@markwhitehead.com.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of the Disability Expert Podcast, host Chad Brown interviews Maria Vargas, a seasoned vocational expert with over 30 years of experience. They discuss the crucial role of vocational experts in Social Security Disability hearings, proper hearing preparation, and insights into the disability determination process.

Key Timestamps:

00:01 - Introduction to the Disability Expert Podcast

00:24 - Introduction of guest Maria Vargas and her background

02:24 - Explanation of what a vocational expert does in disability hearings

04:20 - Discussion of how judges use hypothetical questions in hearings

08:03 - Tips for claimants attending disability hearings

11:49 - Importance of properly completing work history forms

16:05 - Sponsor break (CBIG Medicare services)

18:02 - Discussion about attorney preparation and effectiveness

21:13 - Overview of Long-term Disability (LTD) claims and their interaction with Social Security

About The Show:

The Disability Expert Podcast tackles difficult issues in the disability benefits process by interviewing the country's top experts. The show aims to help listeners better navigate the increasingly complex disability process through expert insights and practical advice.

Guest Expert:

Maria Vargas - Vocational Expert

- Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from UNC Chapel Hill

- 30+ years of experience in vocational rehabilitation consulting

- Testified in thousands of Social Security Disability Hearings

- Website: vargasvocationalconsulting.com

- Email: Maria@VargasVoc.com

Connect with Maria:

Website: www.vargasvocationalconsulting.com

Email: Maria@VargasVoc.com