Bridging the Gap: Leah Broker on Disability Law

About the Show:

The Disability Expert Podcast tackles complex issues in disability benefits applications by interviewing top experts in the field to help listeners better navigate the disability process.

 

Episode Summary:

Veteran disability attorney Leah Broker discusses her 30+ year career in disability law, the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on Western North Carolina's disabled community, and challenges facing the Social Security Administration. She also shares insights about helping veterans navigate disability benefits and her family's bourbon distillery venture.

 

Key Timestamps:

00:00 - Show introduction

00:23 - Introduction of guest Leah Broker

01:29 - How Leah got into disability law

05:58 - Discussion of Hurricane Helene's impact on Western NC

10:48 - Sponsor break (CBIG Medicare Services)

11:52 - Social Security Administration challenges

14:07 - Remote office closures impact

19:03 - Working with veterans on disability cases

22:16 - Discussion of Blacksmith Distillery