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Contact a Social Security lawyer in Decatur, Alabama today

Supporting yourself while living with a disability can be a nightmare. You may qualify for social security disability benefits. By working with an experienced Decatur, Alabama social security attorney, you can increase your chances of receiving disability payments from the federal government. Help is right around the corner. Start working with an experienced Decatur social security attorney today by filling out the questionnaire on the left.

You may be entitled to benefits: the SSI and SSDI program at a glance

The statistics are not favorable for initial applicants. About 65% or more initial applicants are denied annually. Often success hinges on whether you have made out the best case for your disability to the review board. Decatur social security lawyers have experienced understanding how to present your best case. By working with an attorney, you will not have to second-guess whether you have done the best job highlighting what the social security administration is looking for. The difference between winning your social security claim and losing your social security claim are often dramatic. For example, without an alternative source of income, and without the ability to work (due to disability), many people face homelessness and hunger..The relief provided by the monthly payments from SSI and SSDI claims provide a necessary security blanket. In some cases, claimants may be entitled to medical care through the Medicaid or Medicare systems.

How can I afford a Social Security lawyer when I can’t work?

You may be surprised to learn that a social security lawyer is quite affordable, even if you have no source of income. When you hire a social security attorney, you only pay them attorney fees if you win your claim. So, you only pay if you get paid. In fact, the federal government actually caps the amount that a social security attorney can charge. First, they are generally limited to a maximum of 25% of the back pay owed to you (as opposed to future payments). That means that if you are owed $10,000 in payments from the months prior to your decision, the attorney can only make $2,500. Second, a social security lawyer cannot make more than $6,000 from your case, total. There is no reason to contact an experienced Decatur Social Security lawyer. Just fill out the questionnaire on the left.

Social Security: Who qualifies for SSI and SSDI

There are two separate programs that provide disability benefits in the social security system. They are SSI (Supplemental Security Income) and SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance). Generally, to qualify for disability payments, you must have an injury that prevents you from working for one year or more or an injury that will result in death. Both programs pay on a monthly basis.

Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) – Work with a Knowledgeable Decatur Disability Insurance Attorney Today

SSDI is a benefit program based on prior work history. For example, you must have worked a certain number of the past years (depending on your age) and paid into the social security system to receive disability payments. Some SSDI beneficiaries also qualify for Medicaid.

SSI: the final safety net - Contact an experienced Decatur Disability Attorney

SSI is paid out like welfare, meaning you cannot earn over a certain amount of money to qualify. In addition, you need to be disabled and unable to work. SSI pays out a smaller amount of money than SSDI, but unlike SSDI, you are not required to have paid into the Social Security system to qualify for payments. In addition, SSI recipients qualify for medical care through Medicaid. To contact an experienced Decatur SSI lawyer, fill out the questionnaire on the left.

The Process, Appeals and Applications - Decatur Disability Appeals Lawyer

You can start your application for social security online, in person, or by phone. The review process can take more than six months in some cases. Once you get your results, you will either receive a notice of payments, or you will be denied. In which case, you can appeal the decision in person or have your attorney appear on your behalf.

  Below is a list of some of the types of illnesses and injuries that can qualify for a disability under Social Security:  

 

Nearest Local SSI Office
 

Decatur  Hospitals
 

If you do not have any healthcare insurance or any other ability to pay, there are facilities that probably will treat you in Decatur  Hospitals They are:
 

Decatur Social Security Lawyers serve client throughout Northern Alabama, including Arab, Athens, Decatur, East Killen, Hartselle, Huntsville, Laceys Spring, Madison, Moulton, Rogersville, Town Creek, Vinemont, and other communities in Limestone County and Morgan County.