No Longer Able To Work Due To A Disability?

Our disability team is dedicated to helping people with disabilities get the financial assistance they need and understand the benefits application and appeals process.

If you cannot work due to a disability, your health should come first. You should not have to worry about the cost of our services.

We only get paid if you win. Our firm operates on a contingency basis. You pay nothing out of pocket for our disability services. If your claim is approved, the fee will be paid by Social Security out of your past due benefits.

Do you qualify? Call us for a free case review to find out.

Definition of "Disability"

The Social Security Administration uses a certain definition of “disability” to evaluate claims. This definition is different from how most people talk about disabilities.

To determine if you are disabled, the Social Security Administration will ask the following questions. However, some exceptions may apply.

• Do you work less than 20 hours per week?
• Is your condition severe and interfering with basic work activities?
• Are you currently receiving treatment for your condition?
• Is your condition expected to last at least 12 months?

If you said YES to all four questions, you may be entitled to Social Security Disability benefits. Call us today to find out.

Why Disability Claims Get Denied

The majority of people who apply for benefits get denied in the initial stages. That’s why you should not do the process on your own. Here are the most common reasons that disability benefits claims get rejected.

• Nature of Your Disability — Your disability is not considered severe enough to interfere with basic work activities, or is determined to improve within a year.
• Work, Income or Assets — You are determined to have enough financial resources or are assumed to be able to work.
• Difficult Application Process — You missed one out of hundreds of questions on the application or missed an inconveniently timed contact attempt from the Social Security Administration or Disability Office.

If your claim is rejected, you may still have options. Make sure the appeal is completed in a timely manner. The Social Security Administration places time limits on appeals processes. If your claim has been denied, connect with our firm to discuss your options.

Your Options After Denial

If your claim is denied, you typically have to respond within 60 days of the decision to appeal the rejection. The disability process occurs at these levels:

• Initial Application — This is the first level of review for your disability benefits application.
• Reconsideration — A new evaluator will reconsider your claim for medical or non-medical reasons.
• Hearing — An administrative law judge independently decides the validity of your claim.
• Review by Appeals Council — The appeals council will review the decision made by the administrative law judge.
• Federal Court Review — A civil suit is filed with the federal court.

If you need assistance with your initial application or an appeal, contact us for a free consultation regarding your legal options.