Q: I live in Florida. Why is the claim being decided by an adjudicator in Kentucky
SS Administration sent paperwork to me ,(I reside in Florida), stating that my claim would be adjudicated in Kentucky ..Why?
I suffered a Brain stroke March 25th. I was hospitalized through the 29th..I work for Highlands County which has no disability contracted for it's employees
I was recently (June 29th) promoted to Heavy Equipment Operator Trainee. This promotion requires that I get (rehired) which places me back on probation.
Due to the Brain stroke I have lost mobility and dexterity in my rt/hand ( i'm rt/handed)..I have exhausted vacation and sick time..I take a host of drugs ( a couple, for the rest of my life)
A: Because it is Social Security administrative law. My guess is the Social Security Administration doesn't have venue rules requiring that a matter be adjudicated in the state in which the applicant resides. I suggest that you contact the SSA and ask whether and how it can be transferred to somewhere closer. Alternatively, you can ask that any required hearings be telephonic.
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