Jared Rada, Esq.

08/02/2026

We are incredibly grateful for the latest Google reviews from the veterans and families we have had the privilege of representing.

Helping our United States veterans obtain the disability benefits they have earned through their service is truly an honor. We appreciate every veteran who has placed their trust in our firm and taken the time to share their experience.

Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your kind words. We are proud to continue fighting for those who fought for us. 🇺🇸

07/18/2026

Thinking about returning to work while receiving SSD benefits?

A Trial Work Period may allow you to test your ability to work without immediately losing your SSD benefits. Before accepting a job, make sure you understand how the rules apply to your specific situation.

The Social Security Disability team at Fusco, Brandenstein & Rada, P.C. is here to answer your questions and help you protect your benefits.

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07/04/2026

05/20/2026

Today I had the opportunity to visit my daughter’s 4th grade class and give a presentation about the United States Constitution and our government. It was a special experience because I still remember my own father coming into my elementary school class years ago to give a very similar presentation. Seeing that same tradition continue with the next generation was incredibly meaningful. The tradition lives on.

05/13/2026

Living with an autoimmune disease can mean battling symptoms people cannot see — chronic fatigue, pain, brain fog, and flare-ups that make working impossible. If your condition is preventing you from maintaining full-time employment, you may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits.

At FBR Law, we help individuals navigate the SSD process and fight for the benefits they deserve.

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05/09/2026

I want to sincerely thank the Catholic Health Cancer Institute for the opportunity to present on Social Security Disability benefits. There is nothing I appreciate more than being able to help individuals and families navigate such a complex and often overwhelming system. It is always an honor to provide guidance, answer questions, and help people better understand their rights and the benefits available to them during difficult times.
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04/28/2026

Veterans often hear “100% VA rating” and “TDIU” and think they mean the same thing—they don’t.

A 100% rating from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs means your service-connected conditions are severe enough, under VA rules, to equal total disability. This is based on your medical ratings—not whether you can work. In most cases, you can still work and keep your benefits.

TDIU (Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability) pays at the 100% rate, but it’s based on something different. It means your service-connected conditions prevent you from maintaining steady, gainful employment—even if your combined rating is less than 100%.

The simplest way to think about it:

100% rating = how severe your conditions are
TDIU = whether you can work because of those conditions

One key difference—TDIU comes with income limits. If you’re working and earning above a certain level, you can lose it. A 100% rating generally does not have that restriction.

Bottom line: same pay, different path.

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04/27/2026

If your Social Security Disability benefits stopped because you returned to work—but you can no longer continue working due to your medical condition—you may qualify for Expedited Reinstatement (EXR).

EXR allows you to restart your benefits without filing a new application, as long as:
• Your benefits ended within the last 5 years
• You are unable to perform substantial gainful activity
• Your current condition is the same as (or related to) your original disability

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📞 Contact our office to discuss your options.

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04/23/2026

Helping people is the best part of what we do—plain and simple.

We’re proud to guide our clients through difficult situations and get real results. Seeing your five-star reviews and hearing your feedback means a lot to us. It’s a reflection of the trust you place in our firm, and we don’t take that lightly.

Thank you for letting us advocate for you.

04/22/2026

For Social Security Disability claims, objective medical evidence isn’t optional — it’s critical.

The Social Security Administration evaluates claims based on documented medical findings, not just reported symptoms.

Strong objective evidence includes:
✔️ MRI/CT scans
✔️ X-rays
✔️ EMG/nerve studies
✔️ Measurable exam findings (ROM deficits, strength loss, positive tests)
✔️ Consistent treatment records

A diagnosis alone isn’t enough — the record must demonstrate functional limitations that prevent sustained work.

Stronger records = stronger case.

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