difference between lawyer and representative?

[sagasmommy]

What is the name of your state? WV. In January I will be reapplying for disability because I was just diagnosed by a rheumatologist as having fibromyalgia. I originally applied in August of 2005, but worked until December of 2005. I was denied clear through the process up until heading for district court, at which time a bonafide lawyer turned down my case. All along this journey I have had a REPRESENTATIVE as opposed to a LAWYER. My rep is well known in this area for winning cases, in fact has won two for people I know. She says I have a way better chance this time around because I'm changing my onset date to January 2006, because of my age (52), my diagnosis from a specialist, and the fact that I also suffer from depression & anxiety. Should I drop my REP and get a real lawyer? One more question: How on earth do I get my rheumy to be thorough with my record without actually asking her? Thanks for any replies.

 

[seniorjudge]

Representatives are not lawyers (as you know) but you do not have to be a lawyer to practice before the social security administration.

It's up to you.

If you like the representative, use that representative.

If not, get a lawyer.

 

[HomeGuru]

Representatives are not lawyers (as you know) but you do not have to be a lawyer to practice before the social security administration.

It's up to you.

If you like the representative, use that representative.

If not, get a lawyer.

**A: what's the difference between a representative and a senator?

 

[seniorjudge]

**A: what's the difference between a representative and a senator?

Representatives are idiots whereas Senators are idiots.

Wait a minute....

Oh!

There is no difference.

Sorry.

 

[HomeGuru]

Representatives are idiots whereas Senators are idiots.

Wait a minute....

Oh!

There is no difference.

Sorry.

**A: what about the ones that are lawyers?

 

[seniorjudge]

**A: what about the ones that are lawyers?

What's below an idiot?

 

[seagoing]

You should be open and honest with your Dr's,your Rhummy will have a big impact on your case ,will be contacted by the SSA .I cannot see any reason not to discuss your application with the Rhummy,his/her reports will be the yes/no in your case.