OBF Disability Knowledge Base

Knowledge Base - Fundamentals

• The Five Step Disability Analysis
• Common Disability Definitions
• 10 Things to know before starting a disability case
• 10 Things to do while waiting for disability
More Fundamentals

• Common Disability Definitions
• 10 Things to know before your disability hearing
• What Happens at ALJ Disability Hearings?

Knowledge Base - In-Depth

• Exertional Levels, RFC, and their Meanings
• Skill Levels and SVP
• Vocational Factor Analysis
• Submitting Timely Evidence – The Five Day Rule
More In-Depth Information

• Treating Physician Records-New Rules
• Vocational Expert Testimony at ALJ Hearings

Knowledge Base - Reference

• Win / Loss Percentages for all ALJs
• Vocational Grid Rules – OBF Formatted
• Georgia Low Cost (or free) Medical Clinics
More Reference Materials

• Physical and Mental Medical Source Statement Forms
• North Georgia Hearing Office Locations
• VA Disability Percentage Calculator (with Bilateral Factors)
• Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) Limits
• Age Category Calculator

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