Leland Law

11/12/2025

Help is never out of reach. We are here to advocate for disabled workers at every step.

01/24/2025

If unable to work due to ailment, you may be eligible for Social Security disability benefits.

12/05/2024

What's the main difference between SSDI and SSI?

12/30/2023

At Leland Law, we believe in making a difference beyond legal realms. In memory of our founder, Judith S. Leland, we’ve chosen to commemorate her life and legacy through acts of kindness and support.
Judith Leland touched our lives with her wisdom, compassion, and zealous advocacy for her clients. To honor her memory and continue her legacy, our firm has made donations to the following charities: RSDSA (Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Association), Arthritis National Research Foundation (Autoimmune Research), Solve ME/CFS Initiative, Race to Erase MS, and Lazarex Cancer Foundation, amongst others.
We invite you to join us in paying tribute to Judith Leland by supporting a charity of your choice or by sharing stories that highlight her impact on your life.

Our Giving Basket empowers you to donate to multiple charities in one convenient checkout, all while controlling how much information you share with each organization. This powerful giving tool has raised millions for charities addressing causes that people care about. Find out why donors love it!

10/19/2023

Leland Law - Simple Ways to get Maximum Value out of Your Next Doctor’s Appointment

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10/18/2023

Leland Law - Common Mistakes in Proving Your Claim for Disability Benefits

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10/11/2023

A few mistakes commonly made by unrepresented disability claimants are: (1) overstating job duties or education, (2) listing only the worst medical condition, and (3) failing to seek medical treatment. "18 Common Mistakes Made by Unrepresented Disability Claimants" lists more.

10/04/2023

A symptom diary will help you provide compelling testimony at your hearing. You can record: number of days you experience pain, circumstances which trigger difficulty in breathing, fatigue, trouble sleeping, headaches, medication side effects, and what treatment you receive. See Improve Your Chances of Obtaining SSD Benefits by Keeping a Symptom Diary.

09/27/2023

Leland Law - Common Mistakes in Appealing a Denial of Benefits

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09/20/2023

If your initial application for disability benefits was denied, know that you are not alone. 2 out of 3 people who apply are denied. However, over half of those who appeal will be awarded benefits. The disability evaluation system is dysfunctional in that way -- most applications are rejected and most appeals are granted. Learn how to improve your odds of success in my 4-page booklet, "Helpful Suggestions for Appealing a Denial of Benefits."