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The Social Security Administration (SSA) defines
“disability” as a person's inability to perform any kind
of work for which he or she is suited because of an injury or
a medical condition. The disability should be expected to last
for at least one year, or result in death. The disability can
be a result of a physical or mental condition, or a
combination of a number of such conditions.
If you have been denied Social Security Disability
Insurance (SSDI) benefits, contact the
VA social security disability attorneys of Marks
& Harrison today. Statistics show that people represented
by attorneys are more successful in obtaining Social Security
benefits than people without attorney representation. Our firm
will take a look at your Social Security case to see what
benefits you are entitled to and how we can help you obtain
the Social Security benefits you deserve.
Disabled persons or their families are eligible to collect
SSDI. Once benefits begin, they will continue as long as the
person remains disabled. The VA social security disability
lawyers of Marks & Harrison
provide our clients with the information needed to make an
informed decision regarding Social Security Disability laws
and regulations. An understanding of your legal rights can
help you deal effectively with your disability and the
resulting financial issues.
It is estimated that up to 54 million disabled children,
adults and their families live in the United States. To
provide economic assistance to the disabled, the Social
Security Administration (SSA) has instituted two programs:
- Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI): SSDI is an “insurance” program that pays disability
benefits to persons (as well as to their certain disabled
dependents) who have paid into the Social Security trust
fund through Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA
taxes). The employers of these insured individuals make
equal FICA contributions on behalf of the employee.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI) : SSI is a
financial aid, or needs-based program that provides a
basic income for disabled people who meet specific
low-income guidelines. Regardless of your lack of
employment history and age, you can receive SSI benefits
when you become disabled.
Once you have recognized that you need help with your
Social Security Disability claim, the next step is selecting
an attorney to help you through the process. Our level of
experience is such that we have seen a great variety of
situations relating to Social Security Disability and helped
many people receive the benefits to which they are entitled.
If your claim is denied, contact
our VA social security disability lawyers. At Marks & Harrison, we know that our help can
make a difference in whether or not you are successful in
winning on appeal. The Government’s own statistics show that
benefits are awarded far more frequently to people with
attorneys than those who handle their own claims without an
attorney to represent their best interests. For instance, as
part of the claims process, you may have a hearing before an
administrative law judge, and that appearance is a legal
proceeding. An attorney experienced in social security
disability claims can help you at the hearing and mean the
difference between receiving your benefits or not.
The sooner you contact us, the better. However, the place
where representation makes the most difference in the outcome
of your case is at the Hearing Stage. It is very important
that you arrange for attorney representation early enough to
allow time for hearing preparation. It is best to call Marks
& Harrison as soon as your application for benefits is
denied. Much pre-hearing preparation, analysis and evidence
gathering go into adequate representation in a Social Security
case.
There is never a charge for an initial consultation and you
will pay no legal fees unless your claim is approved. Our team
of lawyers and support staff strives to satisfactorily meet
client objectives and goals by focusing on your case. Should
you choose to have us represent you, we will do the following:
- Gather and review medical and other evidence.
- Analyze your case under Social Security regulations.
- Contact your physician and explain Social Security
regulations to obtain a report consistent with the
regulations.
- Refer you to specialists for further medical reports in
answer to questions raised by the Social Security
Administration.
- Send you to a vocational expert for a report on your
ability to work.
- Suggest that the Social Security Administration send you
to a doctor for a consultative examination.
- Obtain documents from your Social Security file
- Review actions taken by the Social Security
Administration.
- Ask that a prior application for benefits be reopened to
obtain more retroactive benefits for you.
- Seek waiver of a time limit.
- Request subpoenas to ensure the appearance of crucial
witnesses at your hearing.
- Present a closing argument at your hearing.
- Ensure that the Social Security Administration is paying
you the appropriate amount of benefits.
- If necessary, request an appeal of your case to the
Appeals Council.
- If necessary, represent you in a federal court review of
your case.
Improve your odds of receiving benefits. Contact us today
by calling toll free at 1-800-283-2202. Our phones are
answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also submit a
Case
Evaluation online.
For more information on social security disability claims
in Virginia, please review:
Social Security
Disability
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Social
Security Disability Legal Glossary To visit the official site for the U.S. Social Security Administration,
click here.
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