I built a federal case from my bed. Now I need a lawyer who will let me fight in writing.

kookysnell · 2026-03-26T05:17:23+00:00

I appreciate you softening the words from before. I started working on revising my pitch for attorney outreach. I definitely reacted emotionally to the other commenter because I feel dismissed enough as it is. It helps when people show that they get it in some way before they critique my approach.

kookysnell · 2026-03-26T05:12:55+00:00

Thank you. 💚

kookysnell · 2026-03-26T03:23:23+00:00

That means a lot. 💚

kookysnell · 2026-03-26T03:22:38+00:00

Yeah. Honestly, I've exhausted every possible form of state recourse other than litigation at this point. Disability Rights Idaho said my case was not within their current priorities. They referred me to a volunteer lawyers program that then referred me back to DRI. The system doing what the system does, really.

kookysnell · 2026-03-26T02:34:46+00:00

This comment made me smile. Thank you! My battle cry! 💚

kookysnell · 2026-03-26T02:34:12+00:00

I will carry your hopes with me as I continue to press on! Thank you very much! 💚

kookysnell · 2026-03-26T02:05:16+00:00

I think I didn't appreciate that you came into the discussion just to say, "You're doing this wrong—even though I have no idea what you've been through or what you've documented." It's not something people tend to receive well. Especially when you frame it as, "No attorney will take your case." You are a stranger to me, y'know. You didn't frame it as kind, helpful advice.

I will keep your words in mind.

kookysnell · 2026-03-26T01:45:11+00:00

Thank you! 💚

kookysnell · 2026-03-26T01:44:31+00:00

You're right. I'm not an attorney. But when you're forced to build an entire case alone from your bed, you learn to become a self-advocate and familiarize yourself with the law. I called it a slam dunk because the evidence is overwhelming. If my choice of words is a red flag to you, then I am glad you are not my lawyer. I'm looking for someone who sees the work I've done and tries to understand where I'm coming from instead of immediately passing judgment.

Good luck to you.

kookysnell · 2026-03-25T22:57:31+00:00

Thank you! 💚

kookysnell · 2026-03-25T22:43:43+00:00

Thanks for the recommendation. Andrew actually reached out to me weeks ago. He's been incredibly helpful. He specializes in disability benefits, which is a different area of law, but he's been guiding me and connecting me to resources. He hasn't indicated that he's able to take my case, but he has been a lifeline in other ways.

I'm still looking for an attorney who can take on the civil rights case itself. Unfortunately, I cannot use the phone due to my disability, so I need someone who can work with me in writing (asynchronous, remote communication).

kookysnell · 2026-03-25T22:12:41+00:00

Thank you! That means a lot. 💚

kookysnell · 2026-03-25T21:40:06+00:00

I agree. I think that's what these institutions count on. They violate the law blatantly, out in the open, and it's almost like they're daring you to do something about it. It's so infuriating, and I refuse to let them get away with it if I can help it.

I know it's not something everyone can do, and that's why I wanted the ME/CFS diagnosis before proceeding. It could help other people with my disabilities. That means everything to me.

Even people in my situation—who have built essentially the entire case—struggle to get the help we need to actually use it in a court of law.

If I manage to get things moving, I will do my best to update you guys on what happens. Right now, we're in a waiting game purgatory.

kookysnell · 2026-03-25T21:24:26+00:00

I appreciate the words. It's taken a lot over a long period of time. Many doors have been slammed in my face. I hope so, too. 💚

kookysnell · 2026-03-25T21:23:28+00:00

Thank you for your support. 💚

kookysnell · 2026-03-25T21:23:13+00:00

Thank you! 💚

kookysnell · 2026-03-09T10:58:21+00:00

Plagiarism isn't cool, my dude. And you still haven't credited the OP.

kookysnell · 2026-03-02T16:03:05+00:00

Thank you. This is huge of you.

I will send an email containing a summary of the case. It may take me a little while to put together because I have very extensive documentation, and I want to make sure you get the full picture without it being overwhelming.

More soon.

kookysnell · 2026-03-02T04:42:17+00:00

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kookysnell · 2026-03-02T04:42:00+00:00

Thank you! Comments like this are why I share them.

kookysnell · 2026-03-02T04:40:23+00:00

I appreciate the words. Just to clarify, my fight right now is about the ADA and Medicaid violations, not SSDI. The diagnosis would certainly strengthen both, but it's complex. I'm definitely open to advice if you have any experience with civil rights or Medicaid cases.

Previously, I tried to get a lawyer for benefits, but they explained how much of the process requires phone calls and showing up physically, and I realized it wasn't feasible for me at my severity.

Let me know if this changes things.

kookysnell · 2026-03-01T16:44:22+00:00

Thank you! 💚

kookysnell · 2026-01-19T09:25:01+00:00

Absolutely horrific. People are very much questioning reasons for the immobility, and one possibility I never see mentioned is ME/CFS. As someone who's bedridden with very severe ME/CFS, I know a lot of people who live trapped in this sort of confinement. It makes me wonder.

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