SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY AND SSI

Social Security "disability" is defined as the inability to work for at least 12 consecuctive months due to a physical or mental impairment, or a combination of impairments. 

I represent claimants in both Social Security disability and SSI claims.  I encourage people to see me as early as possible in the claims process----in fact, I am happy to discuss their case even before the claim is filed.  It is beneficial to see a lawyer as soon as possible for two main reasons.  First, at the initial level the claimant usually has to fill out and submit important forms, and if my office staff will help my clients complete those forms.   Second, because counsel fees are paid only if the claim is won, it does not cost any more to hire a lawyer early in the process as opposed to waiting until a claim has been denied. 

My staff helps a my clients fill out forms, file appeals, obtain medical records and file them with the Social Security Administration, and I both determine the best strategy for winning the case and prepare my clients for and represent them at an Administrative Law Judge hearing.  Once I enter my appearance in a case, my office does all of the paperwork on behalf of my client.

Although many disability claimants are suffering from illnesses, sometimes a disability can be caused by the negligence of others, such as a motor vehicle accident.  If that is so, I may be able to help my client in the personal injury case also.

Veterans are allowed to receive both service-connected disability compensation and Social Security disability benefits.

FEES

Legal fees in Social Security disability and SSI cases are 25% of the back benefits a claimant receives, with a maximum fee of $5,300.  No legal fees are due unless you win and receive back benefits.  If you have any questions about this, I will discuss it with you at a free office consultation.  Call 1-888-263-2630 to schedule your free appointment.