Hugh Field, a Waterloo disability lawyer illustrates how a witness might be questioned during a Social Security disability case and what your Iowa disability lawyer may raise as questions..jpg)
Problems with Walking
Have you noticed if the claimant could walk comfortably or not?
Can the claimant walk any distance without stopping? How far is the distance? Please express the distance in city blocks, if possible. How long, in minutes, does a rest break last?
Hand and Arm Motion
Does the claimant show any problems with using their hands? Their arms? You will need to describe what you have seen for your Iowa disability attorney.
Have you seen them dropping things? Please describe.
Physical Suffering
Has the claimant ever indicated that their condition is causing them pain? If so, how often?
What indications have they shown?
Fatigue
How long can the claimant remain active before fatigue takes over? What might cause the claimant to succumb to fatigue? How long must they rest?
Rate Of Activity
Have you seen a difference between how quickly the claimant does various activities and how fast a non-disabled person might do the same thing? I will ask the witness to describe the differences.
Can you make this comparison in a percentage format? What is your estimate?
Psychological Symptoms
I will wish to determine the mental and emotional state of the claimant by asking about any signs of distractedness, self-imposed isolation, sudden or prolonged bursts of tears, forgetfulness, etc.
What is the extent and frequency of such episodes?
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If you are involved in a disability case, I as your Iowa disability lawyer can help you prepare for questioning. Contact me, Hugh Field today at (855) 801-1633 to discuss your case.