I was recently asked if you need a functional capacity evaluation (FCE) in a Social Security disability case.
No, but it really helps if you can get one.
As I previously wrote, it is vital to get a statement from your doctor about your abilities and limitations in the workplace. This is sometimes called a medical source [...]
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Do you need an FCE in a Social Security case?
Hearing Tip: Watch out for these questions
The Social Security Disability Blog got me thinking about some of the questions I have heard Judges ask at hearings.
It is fairly common to be asked the following questions during a Social Security hearing:
How long can you sit?
How long can you stand?
How far can you walk?
How much can you carry?
Be careful, your answers might get [...]
