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SSD Pitfalls: The Crazy Things that Happen in Social Security Disability and What To Do About Them – 2026 Spring National Conference – Track II (Presented by National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives)

Tackle the unexpected in SSD practice. Learn to diagnose unusual case developments, navigate procedural roadblocks, and stabilize claims before complications derail your clients’ benefits.
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2026-04-21 09:00:00

1 hours

Freddrick Effinger

Effinger Law

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2026-04-21 09:00:00

2026-04-21 09:00:00

1h CLE Credits

2026-04-21 09:00:00

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Freddrick Effinger

Effinger Law

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2026-04-21 09:00:00

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2026-04-21 09:00:00

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2026-04-21 09:00:00

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Course Overview

Navigating Unexpected SSD Case Challenges

2026-04-21 09:00:00

Attorneys gain practical tools to diagnose and resolve unusual procedural and evidentiary issues in Social Security disability cases. These strategies help stabilize claims and protect client benefits when standard rules fall short.

Format

CLE Credit

1h CLE Credits

Level

Intermediate

Length

1

Key topics that will be covered

01
Unexpected Situations
Attorneys examine the strangest, most frustrating scenarios arising in SSD practice.
02
Bizarre Developments
Explore case developments that seem to come out of nowhere unexpectedly.
03
Path Forward
Learn strategies for when the correct course of action isn’t obvious.
04
Real-World Pitfalls
Identify actual pitfalls that regularly occur in Social Security disability cases.
05
Helpful Insights
Gain understanding that improves how representatives handle difficult disability cases.
06
Effective Handling
Discover practical approaches for managing unexpected situations more effectively.

Program schedule

clock 9:00 am - 10:00 am EST

SSD Pitfalls: The Crazy Things that Happen in Social Security Disability and What To Do About Them

Explore the strangest, most frustrating scenarios disability representatives face in practice. This session breaks down real-world procedural surprises and unclear case developments, equipping attendees with practical problem-solving strategies and the confidence to navigate the unexpected effectively.

Eligible for up to 1 CLE Credit Hour

This session was originally submitted for CLE as a live, in-person presentation and a live webcast for the 2026 Spring National Conference and may be eligible for self-study credit. Each state handles self-study credit differently; for questions, please consult your State Bar Association.

Recorded Tuesday, April 21, 2026.

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Freddrick Effinger

Freddrick Effinger

Effinger Law

Freddrick Effinger

Freddrick Effinger

Effinger Law

Freddie Effinger, the principle attorney at Effinger Law and Subject Matter Advisor for LexMed.ai, is an experienced advocate in Social Security Disability law, with more than 15 years of expertise in guiding clients through the disability claims process.

Education & Credentials

He earned his J.D. from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2008 and a B.A. from Oberlin College in 2005. He was admitted to the Alabama bar and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama in 2009, and has been a registered mediator with the Alabama Center for Dispute Resolution since 2019.

Recognition & Leadership

He has served as chair of the Disability Section of the Alabama State Bar.

Professional Involvement

Now, in addition to being a full-time representative for clients, he also teaches Disability Benefits Law at the University of Alabama and Cumberland School of Law and frequently speaks at legal conferences.

Experience

His career includes diverse legal roles, but he has focused primarily on Social Security Disability since starting at the SSA’s Office of Hearings Operations in 2010 where he worked as an attorney advisor for nine years before representing clients directly. Outside of work, Freddie enjoys spending time with two boys, his fiancee', his many animal children - including his two dogs, 4 chickens, and two pygmy goats - and pursuing hobbies like writing, karaoke, and "vibe coding".
Freddrick Effinger

Freddrick Effinger

Effinger Law

Freddie Effinger, the principle attorney at Effinger Law and Subject Matter Advisor for LexMed.ai, is an experienced advocate in Social Security Disability law, with more than 15 years of expertise in guiding clients through the disability claims process.

Education & Credentials

He earned his J.D. from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2008 and a B.A. from Oberlin College in 2005. He was admitted to the Alabama bar and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama in 2009, and has been a registered mediator with the Alabama Center for Dispute Resolution since 2019.

Recognition & Leadership

He has served as chair of the Disability Section of the Alabama State Bar.

Professional Involvement

Now, in addition to being a full-time representative for clients, he also teaches Disability Benefits Law at the University of Alabama and Cumberland School of Law and frequently speaks at legal conferences.

Experience

His career includes diverse legal roles, but he has focused primarily on Social Security Disability since starting at the SSA’s Office of Hearings Operations in 2010 where he worked as an attorney advisor for nine years before representing clients directly. Outside of work, Freddie enjoys spending time with two boys, his fiancee', his many animal children - including his two dogs, 4 chickens, and two pygmy goats - and pursuing hobbies like writing, karaoke, and "vibe coding".

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AR1.0
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CA1.0
CO1.0
CT1.0
DC
DE1.0
FL1.0
GA1.0
HI1.0
IA1.0
ID1.0
IL1.0
IN1.0
KS1.5
KY1.0
LA1.0
MA1.0
MD1.0
ME1.0
MI1.0
MN1.0
MO1.2
MS1.0
MT1.0
NC1.0
ND1.0
NE1.0
NH60.0
NJ1.0
NM1.0
NV1.0
NY1.0
OH1.0
OK1.0
OR1.0
PA1.0
RI1.0
SC1.0
SD1.0
TN1.0
TX1.0
UT1.0
VA1.0
VT1.0
WA1.0
WI1.0
WV1.0
WY1.0

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The Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission requires attorneys to complete 12 credits, including 1 ethics, by December 31 of each year. All credits must be reported by February 15 of the following year. A maximum of 12 credits, including 1 ethics credit, may be carried over for 1 year only.  

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