Tag Archives: Prior Relevant Work (PRW)

How Social Security reviews cases: the 5 step sequential evaluation process

Posted on March 19, 2009 by Tomasz Stasiuk

I have written about how Social Security defines disability, work, and a substantial gainful activity. But, how does Social Security really evaluate a case? Social Security reviews cases using the five-step sequential evaluation process to decide is a person is … Continue reading →

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Am I disabled? Should I apply for Social Security benefits?

Posted on August 6, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

A lot of people ask me how Social Security decided if they are disabled. I can’t do the work I have done for 35 years.  Am I disabled? I stopped working to take care of a family member, but now … Continue reading →

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How Social Security considers your ability to work in a disability case

Posted on December 27, 2007 by Tomasz Stasiuk

Under Social Security regulations, disability is the inability to engage in a “substantial gainful activity.” This means that to win a Social Security disability case, you have to show that your impairments prevent you from being able to work. More … Continue reading →

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