What are the biggest mistakes I can make?
The first mistake you can make is to fail to inform Social Security of all your physical and mental health problems including any limitations you may have in your ability to read and write. The second major mistake that you can make is failing to file an appeal when you receive a denial. The SSA often denies good claims at the initial level successfully won at a later level. It is critical that you appeal every denial you receive within 60 days.