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Social Security Disability claims can be frustrating and complicated. We have the experience to guide you through this administrative process to improve your chances of success in collecting these benefits. Call if you would like free information or expert legal assistance. We will advocate for you.

Filing Your Application for a Social Security Disability Claim

Are you eligible?

The process requires an Application with accompanying medical documentation and proof of disability. The determination for eligibilty has 5 Steps, or questions that are asked:
(1) Are you working? If you work and average more than $860 a month, you generally cannot be considered disabled.
(2) Is your condition "severe"? i.e. Are you Disabled? Your condition must interfere with basic work-related activities for your claim to be considered.
(3) Is your condition found on SSA list of disabling conditions? For each of the major body systems, the Social Security Administration has a list of disabling conditions.
(4) If your condition is NOT on the list, Can you do the work you did previously? If your condition is severe but not on the list, the SSA must determine if it interferes with your ability to work as you did previously.
(5) Can you do any other type of work? If you cannot do the work you did in the past, the SSA may require you to do other work.

What is "disability"? For SSA purposes it is defined as "Disability under Social Security is based on your inability to work. We consider you disabled under Social Security rules if you cannot do work that you did before and we decide that you cannot adjust to other work because of your medical condition(s). Your disability must also last or be expected to last for at least one year or to result in death."

Medical Proof: Selecting the right Doctor is an important part of the application process. Call us if you want to file an application for disability. There is a right way and a wrong way to file your claim. Don't jeopardize your rights!

Appeals - What to do if you are denied benefits

There are FOUR levels of Social Security Appeal:
(1) Reconsideration;
(2) Hearing by an administrative law judge;
(3) Review by the Appeals Council; and
(4) Federal Court review.
Call us if you have applied and been denied benefits. We can help file your appeal.

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