Was very unusual in that I didn't have to fight it the second time around. What I didn't have the first time I applied, in 2012, was medical evidence. The second time I had three vital things going on simultaneously; I had medical evidence, a navigator holding my hand through the whole thing who knew the system well and I was homeless and living in my car. Each of those made mine the easiest case on the planet.

Having MRIs and a navigator helped remain sane, being homeless expedited my case such that my wait times for both steps in the process lasted nine months to the day. I didn't need an attorney, didn't have to fight in court. Instead, I got a phone call on a Saturday morning informing of my award.

I do know many horror stories that made me nervous the whole time... I am so happy for John, he can finally live better and with a lot less stress which is crucial for survival.

Thank you for promoting his cause!

Working for five more years then -45 was elected and things spiraled at that point but I was able to plead my case with the navigator's help. She was awesome. I may not have succeeded with out guidance.

Thanks for sharing.

I thought maybe that was what it was.

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