3 DREAMY TRAILS IN THE NORTHEAST Get Your Hiking Boots On!
No. 2: Stepstone Falls (Ben Utter Trail), Rhode Island If you’re in Rhode Island, especially in spring, you won’t want to miss this perfect trail. Follow this walk along a picturesque river and you’ll see fabulous slabs, cascades, woods, and much more. Unlike the popular — and often busy — White Mountain trails, this one is relatively quiet with its narrow foot path. It’s also a gentle walk, being mostly flat with some alternating gentle ups and downs. It’s a great walk for all ages. No. 3: Camel’s Hump Trail, Vermont As the third highest peak in the state, Camel’s Hump Trail offers unbeatable views in nearly every direction. It’s easy to reach the trailhead,
Want to feel like you’ve stepped into a lush dream? You don’t need to travel too far to experience truly stunning outdoor adventures. The U.S. has plenty within our borders! Here are just a few, located in our Northeast states. No. 1: White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire If you want to visit an enchanted forest, look no further than White Mountain National Forest! Whether you want to hike its various mountain ranges to spy some gorgeous views, wind through an endless sea of trees, or spot a plethora of unique local fauna and flora, this beautiful national park has a trail for everyone. You can even hike the Appalachian Trail to walk a mile in our American ancestors’ shoes.
as it’s just off Camel’s Hump Road with a small parking area for visitors. It’s very convenient, but make sure to arrive early in warmer months and on weekends — the road is not an option for parking. The trail offers stunning views of Vermont because of the high elevation, but it may be challenging if you’re afraid of heights. The last part of the trail is quite steep, but once you reach the peak, you’ll see an incredible 360-degree view of the surrounding area. On a clear day, you can even see Canada! If you want to live out your outdoor dreams, these are excellent places to start! Give them a try!
THE 3 STAGES OF A SOCIAL SECURITY CASE
Applying for Social Security disability and having your claim rejected can be an incredibly stressful situation. If you’re preparing to apply and are worried about rejection, knowing the three primary stages of a Social Security case can help ease your mind and set expectations. The first stage of the process is the initial application. You can prepare and submit your application online at the Social Security Administration’s website or in person by visiting your local Social Security office. Oftentimes, people think they have filled out the application and are then surprised months later that they never fully submitted their claim. Thankfully, third parties like Social Security attorneys can help you gather the necessary information to help your claim get processed.
During this phase, Social Security will order your medical records based on the providers you list. They will review your application and then send you to a doctor they pick to identify your physical or mental impairments. These visits are often quick, but sometimes the doctor does a detailed examination. The initial phase usually takes 2–4 months and they’ll respond in writing. If the claim is denied at the initial phase, you’ll enter the request for reconsideration phase. Essentially, you are asking them to take a second look at your case. This phase can take up to six months to complete, but having an experienced attorney by your side will help keep you in the loop. We can contact Social Security to get an update or have them request new records or information.
If you are denied during the reconsideration phase, you will then enter stage three — the request for a hearing in front of an administrative law judge. Most people will wait 1–2 years between the time they request the hearing and the actual process. This is a difficult time because most people will struggle with finances if they have to wait over a year to have their case reevaluated. Judges who hear these cases are required to read every page of each person’s medical file, which can take a long time since they’ll need to make an informed decision. If you’re going through this process now or need help starting your application, give our office a call. We would be glad to help.
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