[Kakimbo]

Hi friends!

I just received my rejection letter from Social Security. I knew they would deny me on the first try and now I need a good attorney to help me appeal. I live in MD, and I'm not sure if I need someone from here, or if it even matters. I see ads on television ALL day long for the giant firms. I'm not sure if I should go that route or if I should get a smaller group who would hopefully treat me like an individual instead of being just one of the herd.

My w/c case is getting close to the hearings. They have completely dropped my coverage and said that I can now work 4 hours per day. I cannot use my arms or legs, sit, stand, bend, squat, etc. I must also let my potential employer know that I am on strong narcotics, cannot drive on occasion and I will fail the drug test. Oh, plus when I am in a flare, I cannot get out of bed for days and the epidurals I receive bi-weekly render my legs paralyzed for a day or two....But, besides all that, I would make a great candidate for your company!!! Oh, and I need a personal bathroom close for when my meds make me sick and I need to vomit! Pick me! Pick me!

I know many of my good friends here have already been through this maze. I would appreciate any help or hints for how to proceed without being taken advantage of.

Thanks to all!

Kim