Applying for Social Security disability benefits is a complicated process. If you are unable to work due to a disability, it is vital to seek guidance from a disability attorney to pursue a disability claim. According to a study by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), applicants with legal representation are far more likely to win approval for Social Security disability benefits.
The Social Security disability benefits application process is notoriously overwhelming. Disability Attorneys in Houston have extensive training and expertise to make a difference in your disability claim.
Disability Lawyers Can Help You Apply For Benefits
The process of filing a disability claim is complex. Your attorney will fill out your application form on your behalf. Your attorney will document your employment history and medical conditions, retrieve medical records, and comply with Social Security Administration (SSA) administrative rules and regulations.
Your attorney will also provide details of your educational background. At Chermol And Fishman, our disability lawyers will:
- Fill out your initial application
- Inform the SSA about any new updates on your impairing condition and medical treatment
- Ensure that the SSA obtains the right evidence
- Provide the SSA with additional supporting evidence, if required
Our vast experience in filing disability claims enables us to file a claim correctly the first time
Disability Lawyers Can Help You Determine Which Program Is Right For You
Disabled Houston residents can apply for the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) two disability programs. These programs are:
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
This program provides cash benefits to insured workers who have worked and paid FICA taxes from paychecks. The SSA quantifies your work history in terms of work credits. You acquire credits for paying social security taxes on your income.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
This program provides monthly cash benefits to children and adults who meet the definition of disability and certain income and resource guidelines.
The SSI program provides monthly payments to people who:
- Are at least age 65 or blind or disabled
- Have limited income (wages, pension, etc.)
- Have limited resources
- Are citizens of the United States, nationals of the United States, or some non-citizens
- Are residents of one of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, or the Northern Mariana Islands
Disability Lawyers Are Familiar With The Hearing Process
If the SSA denies your initial application for disability benefits, you have the right to appeal the decision. Disability lawyers are familiar with the hearing process and can help prepare you for the hearing. They can also represent you at the hearing and present evidence.
There are strict deadlines for filing appeals. Your disability attorney will adhere to these deadlines by filing your appeal on time.
Your disability lawyer will prepare you for the questions you are likely to face at your disability hearing. Statistics reveal that applicants with legal representation are more likely to win their appeals than those who represent themselves.
Contact A Houston Social Security Disability Benefits Lawyer
An experienced disability attorney knows exactly what the SSA and its claims examiners require. At Chermol And Fishman, our disability lawyer will complete crucial paperwork accurately, meet essential deadlines, and ensure you receive competent representation at hearings. If you are considering filing for disability benefits or have been denied benefits, our disability law firm can provide you with a free initial consultation to discuss how we may be able to assist you.
