Social Security Disability (SSDI)
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can provide benefits for people who have been working but have become disabled. If you are unable to work for an extended period of time (a year or more) because of a medical condition (either mental or physical) you may qualify for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits. But in order to qualify you will have to be able to show that you are disabled according to the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) definition. People who meet one or more of the following list of criteria are likely to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits:
- You have worked long enough to qualify
- You have worked recently enough to qualify
- You have a sufficient number of work credits
- You are no longer able to perform the work you did before
- You are not able to perform other work due to your medical condition
- Your medical condition is expected to last for at least one year
There are a few conditions or circumstances in which you could qualify automatically for Social Security Disability benefits. The process of filing (and likely appealing) usually takes a long time but having certain conditions can make the process go much more quickly. One example of such a condition would be terminal cancer.
The vast majority of claims for Social Security Disability benefits are denied for a variety of reasons. The process of applying and appealing can be very complicated and confusing. That is why it is essential that you seek the assistance of a disability lawyer who understands the system and what it takes to present a strong, successful claim to the Social Security Administration (SSA).
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provides benefits to low income individuals who are disabled and don’t have enough work credits to be eligible for SSDI. This kind of assistance is generally intended for older adults and those who have limited financial means. Although the two different kinds of benefits each have their own requirements for qualifying, in some cases you may even qualify for both programs. You will need a capable disability lawyer to help you navigate the process of applying and to know how much you may be able to receive.
Working with the right Social Security disability lawyer who will help you with the complex process, deadlines and formalities could mean the difference in between receiving all of the payments you are eligible for and struggling just to get by.
Donna Wagner is the social security disability attorney you want on your side. Â Donna personally handles your case, and will treat you with dignity and respect. She will communicate with the SSA and can keep you informed of the status of your application. Best of all, she will provide a free case evaluation and there is no fee until you win.
Real-life results
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“I spoke with several attorneys and from the moment I spoke with Donna I knew she was the person I wanted to hire for a child custody case.
From the very first interaction she was enthusiastic, friendly, and honest. She asked a lot of questions to get to know the case well. I was so impressed with how thorough and thoughtful she was throughout the entire process, explaining every step along the way.
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I know for certain that If I am needing an attorney again in the future, I will be using Donna Wagner. There are so many great things to say about Donna. However, I believe what I appreciated most was how Donna handles special situations, and I assure you, my circumstances were just that! Donna was very thorough during my entire case. She was able to address my unique case but also do so with legal basis even though the courts may not always allow for such situations. Donna was very thorough each step of the way and was certain to not leave any stone un-turned. One thing I really liked about Donna was her fire. When situations arose, she can be more than passionate about her job and serving justice to those who deserve it. I also want Donna’s clients to know that she was very timely with me in her communications with me. Whether by email or phone, she was always just a call or a message away. When being in a legal situation, I know from previous experience, being able to reach your attorney means everything. I am more than pleased with the results that I recieved from Donna Wagner, and I assure you my case turned out better than I had imagined and even for a fair price. Donna Wagner rocks!
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