Exam Done October 27, 2009 And Still Pending

[Mooshi]

I feel I did pretty well on the exam and was told I would get a mailed decision from the judge in 2 to 4 months. Well I was declined twice before my actual case where I had to go in person with my lawyer. I hired Heard and Smith and am still waiting. What might be taking so long? Was it the holidays or what? I know I sound impatient but I was evicted by a family member on the 21st of December 2009 and temporarily living with a friend right now. If it wasn't for my friend helping I would be homeless right now. I just need to know what is up. Has anyone got their decision before the 4 month wait?

Mooshi

[free_spirit_etc]

Mooshi,

When was your Hearing? Was it more than 4 months ago? My son had his ALJ Hearing on the 9th of January and received his decision on the 13th of February. But I think that is quite a bit quicker than most.

Even after the Judge releases the decision, then it still goes to the Processing Center - so there still might be a couple months delay with it there.

I'm sorry to hear you are having a rough time right now. Counting on Social Security to pull you out of it any time in the very near future might be a bit unrealistic. Even if the Judge grants your claim, it often takes awhile to get the money.

So I hope your friend will continue helping out for awhile. You can also see if your lawyer might be able to speed any part of the process up. They can often call and at least check on the claim if it has taken longer than anticipated. So you might want to give them a call. At least you might be able to find out something, and not feel like you are just hanging in limbo.

Good luck!

Free

I feel I did pretty well on the exam and was told I would get a mailed decision from the judge in 2 to 4 months. Well I was declined twice before my actual case where I had to go in person with my lawyer. I hired Heard and Smith and am still waiting. What might be taking so long? Was it the holidays or what? I know I sound impatient but I was evicted by a family member on the 21st of December 2009 and temporarily living with a friend right now. If it wasn't for my friend helping I would be homeless right now. I just need to know what is up. Has anyone got their decision before the 4 month wait?

Mooshi

Edited January 9, 2010 by free_spirit_etc

[Pete53]

Christmas Holidays and end of year Vacation you are not out of line yet.