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Social Security Disability Law
DISABLED?  UNABLE TO WORK?

NEED TO FILE A SOCIAL SECURITY CLAIM

OR

HAS YOUR CLAIM BEEN DENIED?

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WE ACCEPT DIFFICULT CASES OTHERS REFUSE AND STILL WIN OVER 80% OF CASES.

WE CAN ALSO HELP YOU WITH YOUR WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIM, LONG TERM DISABILITY CLAIM OR PERSONAL INJURY/ACCIDENT CLAIM.
 

WHAT ARE THE STEPS TO SUCCESSFULLY PURSUING YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY CLAIM?

Step One:  File Your Claim as Quickly as Possible!

If you have been off work or you expect to be unable to work for 12 continuous months or more due to physical or mental injury, illness or challenges, you should call your local Social Security office and make an appointment to talk to a Claim Representative.  That person will help you fill out an Application and will ask for the names of your doctors and other medical care providers.  Social Security will then obtain information on your medical condition.

If the Social Security office is causing you problems or failing to cooperate with you, contact us immediately for help.
 

Do not delay in filing your claim if some or all of this information is not immediately available. You can always contact the Social Security office once your claim has been filed with any necessary updates. The important thing is to file your claim as soon as possible when you become disabled or unable to work.

It is best to start your application as soon as possible! By delaying your application you may be foregoing your right to benefits you are legally entitled to. If you have any questions regarding the application process, or if you are interested in having an attorney help you with the application, please call us to discuss your case. 

Step Two: If your Claim is Denied, Then Contact Us and We Will Appeal the Denial. 

You may be awarded benefits after you initially file your claim.  If not, you will be informed that you have been denied benefits and can ask for Reconsideration.  Many people get discouraged at this point and do not pursue their case.  However, you should call our office immediately and we will assist you in appealing your case.  MORE THAN 80% OF THE PEOPLE THAT HAVE HAD THEIR CLAIM DENIED AND THEN HIRE US TO APPEAL THEIR DENIAL ARE AWARDED BENEFITS - EVEN IN VERY DIFFICULT CASES.

Step Three:  Select your Attorney.

Be sure the representative you select is an experienced Social Security attorney.  If an attorney or a non-attorney offers to come to your home, it may be only for the purpose of having you sign a contract saying he is your representative.  If he does not help you assemble medical and vocational evidence before your hearing; help you and your witnesses prepare for the hearing; or meet with you prior to the day of your hearing, it is not adequate representation.  Some law firms will even give your case to a non-lawyer for your hearing.  Remember, you are always best represented by a lawyer specializing in Social Security Disability Law.

Step Four: We will File your Appeal and Request a Hearing for Review of your Case.

Although you have the right to represent yourself at your hearing, or have a non-lawyer represent you, statistics clearly show that people represented by an experienced attorney have been successful more often that people without attorney representation.  The hearing is very important because it is where you have your best chance to obtain benefits.  An attorney can-and should- help you obtain medical evidence that will accurately described your medical condition for the Administrative Law Judge; request reopening of prior Applications; advise you about testifying at your hearing; cross examine Medical Experts and Vocational Experts that may be called to testify at your hearing; and advise you concerning your appeal rights, if you are denied benefits.  Your attorney should also provide you with copies of all medical records and correspondence and respond promptly to your telephone calls while your claim is pending. 



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