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Fall 2025 National Conference – Track II (Presented by National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives) (Day 4)

2025-09-12 11:30:00

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2025-09-12 11:30:00

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2025-09-12 11:30:00

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Strategies for accessing DDS documents, utilizing VA disability evidence, and navigating OGC ethics inquiries in Social Security representation.

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Course Overview

Mastering DDS Documents and VA Evidence Strategies

Participants will learn to access and leverage newly unlocked DDS case documents, utilize VA disability evidence, and respond effectively to OGC inquiries. These skills enable stronger case development from initial claim stages through hearing.

Key topics that will be covered

What will you learn

Attorneys will learn how to access newly unlocked DDS documents, navigate e-folder systems, use VA disability evidence, and respond to OGC ethics inquiries.

What will you gain

Attorneys will gain strategies to build stronger cases earlier, effectively use VA records for Social Security claims, and protect their practice from disciplinary actions.

E-Folder Access
Navigate ARS systems and troubleshoot common access issues for case documents.
DDS Documents
Review newly accessible DDE and DDT documents at initial and reconsideration levels.
VA Evidence
Use C&P exams and DBQ findings to support Social Security disability claims.
CE Preparation
Prepare clients for consultative examinations to prevent cooperation-based denials.
Evidence Submission
Submit LTD, workers’ compensation, and VA files with appropriate cover letters.
OGC Inquiries
Respond to Office of General Counsel ethics inquiries and avoid formal sanctions.

What will you learn

Attorneys will learn how to access newly unlocked DDS documents, navigate e-folder systems, use VA disability evidence, and respond to OGC ethics inquiries.

What will you gain

Attorneys will gain strategies to build stronger cases earlier, effectively use VA records for Social Security claims, and protect their practice from disciplinary actions.

Agenda

Session 1

Social Security Bootcamp Part I: Benefits and Registration

Session 2

Social Security Bootcamp Part II: Claims Lifecycle Deep Dive

Session 3

Social Security Bootcamp Part III: Hearing Preparation Logistics

Session 4

Winning With Limited Scope Remands Strategy

Session 5

Trauma-Informed Representation for Psychiatric Disability Clients

Session 6

Social Security Overpayments Update and Waiver Changes

Session 7

Ethics in Social Security Disability Representation Duties

Session 8

Winning Cases for Claimants with Borderline Intelligence

Session 9

Why Your Client's ERISA LTD Claim Matters

Session 10

Effective Advocacy Strategies for Hard-to-Win Cases

Session 11

Consultative Examinations: Preparation and Challenge Strategies

Session 12

Using AI to Reimagine Efficiency in Practice

Session 13

Open the Locks: Early Access to Case Documents

Session 14

VA Disability: Advocating for Veteran Clients Effectively

Session 15

OGC Matters and Representative Ethics Process

clock 11:45 am - 12:45 pm EST

Social Security Bootcamp Part I: Benefits and Registration

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

This foundational session introduces the various types of Social Security benefits with emphasis on adult disability programs. Attendees will learn how to register as a representative, construct proper fee agreements, and effectively intake new clients.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

clock 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST

Social Security Bootcamp Part II: Claims Lifecycle Deep Dive

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

This session explores how to prove disability using the Five Step Sequential Evaluation Process. Participants will learn to navigate filing and appealing claims from initial application through Federal Court.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

clock 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm EST

Social Security Bootcamp Part III: Hearing Preparation Logistics

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

A detailed look at hearing preparation including client preparation, accessing electronic files, and proper evidence submission. The session concludes with post-favorable processes and return-to-work advisement.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

clock 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm EST

Winning With Limited Scope Remands Strategy

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

Learn creative advocacy techniques to effectively lock in favorable findings from original ALJ decisions when cases are remanded by district courts. This session demonstrates how remand order scope can determine case outcomes.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

clock 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm EST

Trauma-Informed Representation for Psychiatric Disability Clients

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

Explore strategies for representing claimants with PTSD, anxiety, and psychotic disorders using trauma-informed approaches. Learn to adapt communication, assess functional limitations, and overcome documentation gaps while minimizing retraumatization.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

clock 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm EST

Social Security Overpayments Update and Waiver Changes

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

Review significant 2024 POMS changes that shifted the burden of proving overpayments to SSA and established 20 presumptions of non-fault. Hypotheticals will illustrate how these changes make waivers more accessible.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

clock 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm EST

Ethics in Social Security Disability Representation Duties

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

Explore ethical obligations for SSD representatives including competence, honesty, and professionalism requirements. Learn about avoiding conflicts of interest while treating clients with dignity and upholding process integrity.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

clock 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

Winning Cases for Claimants with Borderline Intelligence

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

Discover strategies for developing evidence of low adaptive functioning and mining state agency consultant findings for cognitively impaired claimants. Learn to overcome adjudicator skepticism and address masking behaviors.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

clock 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm EST

Why Your Client's ERISA LTD Claim Matters

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

Gain essential guidance on navigating ERISA long term disability claims as these employer-sponsored plans become increasingly common. Understand policy exclusions and definitions that affect your SSDI clients.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

clock 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm EST

Effective Advocacy Strategies for Hard-to-Win Cases

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

Learn best practices for achieving success despite challenges like lacking medical documentation and substance use issues. Drawing from harm reduction and trauma-based advocacy, discover how to win cases without merit screening.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

clock 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm EST

Consultative Examinations: Preparation and Challenge Strategies

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

Master strategies for preparing clients for physical and mental CEs and assessing report inaccuracies. Learn how to get problematic CE reports stricken and report providers who disregard rules.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

clock 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm EST

Using AI to Reimagine Efficiency in Practice

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming Social Security Disability law practice through streamlined case management and operational workflows. Industry experts discuss increasing capacity without sacrificing quality.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

clock 11:30 am - 12:30 pm EST

Open the Locks: Early Access to Case Documents

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

Learn to leverage newly unlocked A and B sections of Case Documents at early administrative levels, including DDE and DDT analysis. This practical session covers eFolder structure, evidence submission strategies, and ARS troubleshooting.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

clock 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm EST

VA Disability: Advocating for Veteran Clients Effectively

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

Understand VA ratings as proxies for employment earnings loss and how to incorporate them into RFC arguments. Learn the differences between 100% ratings and TDIU, and how to use C&P examinations effectively.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

clock 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST

OGC Matters and Representative Ethics Process

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

Understand the OGC referral process for potential representative code of conduct violations and your rights when receiving inquiry letters. Learn how proper responses can result in closeout letters versus sanctions or disqualification.

Jim Koford

Wurz Financial Service

Nick Coleman

LexMed

David Camp

NOSSCR

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Joe Ervin

The Law Firm for Truck Safety, LLP
A Partner at The Law Firm for Truck Safety. He focuses exclusively on cases involving commercial motor vehicle crashes and wrongful death. Joe also holds a valid class “A” commercial driver’s license with endorsements for double/triple trailers and tankers.

Education & Credentials

A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Recognition & Leadership

Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety.
 He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.

Professional Involvement

Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024).
 He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.

Experience

Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.

Kevin Foley

Reminger Co
A Partner at The Law Firm for Truck Safety. He focuses exclusively on cases involving commercial motor vehicle crashes and wrongful death. Joe also holds a valid class “A” commercial driver’s license with endorsements for double/triple trailers and tankers.

Education & Credentials

A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Recognition & Leadership

Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety.
 He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.

Professional Involvement

Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024).
 He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.

Experience

Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.

Grant H. Lawson

The Law Firm for Truck Safety, LLP
A Partner at The Law Firm for Truck Safety. He focuses exclusively on cases involving commercial motor vehicle crashes and wrongful death. Joe also holds a valid class “A” commercial driver’s license with endorsements for double/triple trailers and tankers.

Education & Credentials

A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Recognition & Leadership

Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety.
 He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.

Professional Involvement

Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024).
 He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.

Experience

Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.

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