The Social Security Disability attorneys at Southern Injury understand the many struggles individuals and families face when they are unable to work because of a disability. We are committed to helping those with qualifying disabilities to obtain the benefits they are eligible to receive and have extensive knowledge about the entire process of pursuing disability compensation.

Hire a Clare social security disability lawyer today.

 … I decided to hire them again for my Social Security Disability case. I received a favorable outcome…

– T. Coty

If you had a claim that was denied, we may be able to help gather additional evidence of your disability and file an appeal on your behalf.

Contact us anytime 24/7 to set up a free review of your claim. The initial consultation puts no obligation on you to hire us. If you do, there will be no legal fees unless you receive compensation.

Qualifications for Social Security Disability Benefits

The Social Security Administration (SSA) requires applicants to meet certain criteria:

• You must have a disability that is expected to last at least one year or cause your death.
• You cannot perform the work you used to, and you cannot perform any other work.
• You have a condition on the SSA’s Listing of Impairments or one that meets the criteria for one of the listings
• You did not earn more than the Substantial Gain Activity (SGA) limit in the year you are applying.
• Minors may qualify if their disability severely limits their activities.

If you believe your condition meets the criteria above, you should strongly consider meeting with our experienced attorneys to determine whether you may be eligible. Even legitimate applications are denied, so you may still be eligible even if you have already been denied.

Social Security Disability Benefit Programs

There are four main programs that award disability benefits. You can discuss these programs with our licensed lawyers in a free consultation.

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

These benefits are for individuals who are no longer able to work because of their disability. Generally, you must have been employed for at least five of the last 10 years (does not have to be consecutive years) to qualify for these benefits.

You also need to have earned a certain number of work credits based on your age. One work credit is equal to $1,410 in wages in 2020.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Children and adults who are unable to work because of their disability and have little to no work history, and minimal assets, may qualify for these benefits. Individuals can have no more than $2,000 in assets. Couples cannot exceed $3,000 in assets.

However, the SSA has numerous rules on things that are excluded when tallying up your assets. It is important to talk to a licensed attorney to determine if your assets may disqualify you from SSI benefits.

Disabled Widow and Widower Benefits

If you are over the age of 60 and lost your spouse within the last seven years, you may be eligible to receive these benefits. However, if you have a qualifying disability, you may be able to receive these benefits when you turn 50. You must provide the SSA with your spouse’s birth and death certificates, your most recent tax return and your social security numbers.

Disabled Adult Child Benefits

These benefits were created to help individuals between 18 and 22 who do not earn more than the SGA limit. Applicants must have a medical condition that severely limits their ability to take part in everyday activities. Parents of the disabled must qualify for disability benefits or, if they are deceased, they must have contributed to Social Security for enough time.

If you are unsure whether you qualify for any of the programs above, you can ask our Clare Social Security Disability lawyers in a free consultation.