The Importance of Loan Agreements
Ted is a 37 year old man who has not worked since 2003. He suffers from a number of physical and mental impairments. His parents…
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Oregon Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Services Statewide In-Service Conference "Thriving in a Climate of Change
Cheryl Coon will present on August 14 and again on August 15 on Everything You Always Wanted to know about Social Security Disability - from…
Read More The Appeals Council is overturning favorable decisions
Most social security disability claimants are not aware of the existence of the Appeals Council. But lately, more and more are taking notice, as the…
Read More Oregon Bar Bulletin Article "Representing Refugees and Immigrants
In the July 2012 cover article, Cheryl discusses working effectively with international clients by developing an understanding of their cultures.
Read More How does the Portland, OR hearings office measure up?
New statistics ranked Portland ODAR as #160 out of 165 for May 2012 in its speed of processing requests for hearing. It now averages 456…
Read More Breaking News: New ruling re: fibromyalgia, finally!
The Social Security Administration has issued a ruling -- SSR 12-2p -- with regard to fibromyalgia, specifically addressing what evidence is needed to establish a…
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