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Social Security Benefits Questions? Eureka, California Social Security Attorneys Have Answers
 

Are you not able to work because of a disability? Social Security could be the solution to your problems. If you have been previously turned down for Social Security benefits, or if you have not applied in the past, an experienced Eureka Social Security lawyer may be able to increase your odds of qualifying. If you are afflicted by a disability that prevents you from working, it may be time to talk with a Social Security lawyer now. Contact an experienced Eureka Social Security lawyer today by filling out the form on this website.
 

The SSI and SSDI System: A Safety Net for Those in Need
 

If you are considering applying for Social Security benefits, the statistics are not favorable for initial applicants. About 65% or more initial applicants are denied benefits annually. Increase the chance your Social Security claim will be successful by contacting an experienced Eureka Social Security attorney. Your Social Security lawyer should have the necessary experience to know how to argue your case effectively. This may include working with your doctors, or other methods that can help you make out your case to the Social Security review board. People with serious disabilities that prevent them from being able to gain employment may potentially face hunger and homelessness. A successful Social Security claim can provide a necessary safety net to some of the most vulnerable citizens. Successful claimants receive monthly payments from the federal government to cover critical expenses. Many claimants also qualify for medical services through Medicare and Medicaid programs.
 

I don’t have any money! How do I pay a skilled Eureka, CA Social Security lawyer?
 

Social security attorneys are generally very affordable. Most all Social Security lawyers work on a contingency basis. This means they only get paid if your claim is successful. The federal government caps the amount that a Social Security lawyer can charge. 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 – 25% of your back pay. The law goes on to state that a Social Security attorney cannot make more than $6,000 from your case in total. Don’t wait.  To contact an experienced Eureka Social Security lawyer today and start the ball rolling on your Social Security claim all you have to do is fill out the form on this webpage.
 

Understanding the SSI and SSDI Programs
 

The Social Security system provides monthly disability benefit payments to those who qualify. In order to qualify for either the SSI (Supplemental Security Income) or SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) programs, you must meet certain criteria. Generally, to qualify for either SSI or SSDI, you must suffer from an injury that prevents you from working for a year or more (or one that results in death). Both the SSI and SSDI systems are explained below.
 

1.    How is disability defined in Eureka, California? - In order to receive Social Security disability benefits, you must meet the Social Security Administration's
        standard for disability.
        a.    The term disability is defined as being unable to engage in “substantial gainful activity” [SGA] due to a of a physical or mental impairment which has lasted
                - or is expected to last - for a minimum of 12 months, or is expected to result in death.
2.    Is working in Eureka, California a factor in obtaining Social Security disability benefits? - If you are working in Eureka and the work meets the definition of
       substantial gainful activity, you are considered able to work and, therefore, you are not disabled and would not qualify for Social Security disability benefits.
       In 2012, if you earn more than $1010 per month (after taxes), you are probably not eligible for Social Security, unless there special circumstances exist.
3.    Do You Have a Severe Impairment? - In order to be considered severely impaired, you must have a medical problem that significantly limits your physical or
       mental ability to perform basic work activities. The impairment must be expected to last for 12 months or result in death.
4.    Does Your Medical Condition Match One of SSA’s Listed Impairments? - The Social Security Administration (SSA) has promulgated a list of medical conditions
        ["Listing of Impairments."] of such great severity that the SSA considers people who with the conditions disabled;
        1.    If your condition is not included in the SSA's Listing of Impairments, you have to ask yourself the following question in regard to obtaining Social Security
               Disability Benefits:
               1.  Am I able to do the same type of work I was able to do before the onset of the disability? - If the SSA determines that you are able to continue doing the same
                    work as you did before your medical condition you may have difficulty proving eligibility. The measure of how capable you are at doing your job after the
                   onset of your disability as opposed to before the onset of the disability is called the Residual Functional Capacity (RFC). In determining your eligibility for
                   benefits, the SSA compares your current RFC with the physical and mental demands of your past jobs. If you are physically and mentally able to do a job that
                   you have held within the last fifteen years, then SSA considers you "not disabled." If you are not able to perform any of your past jobs,
                   then ask yourself:
5.    Despite Your Medical Condition, Can You Do Other Work? - If you are unable to perform work similar to what you have done in the past, then the SSA will
       determine whether you are able to perform other types of work rather than collect benefits.
 

Can Children in Eureka Qualify for Disability Benefits? Yes, but What is the Criteria?
 

Financially, needy children under age 18 who have serious medical conditions may be eligible for Children's SSI. A child is disabled for SSI if the child is not working and earning more than the SGA level and has a medical condition or combination of conditions that cause "marked and severe functional limitations." Medical evidence documenting the child's medical condition is essential.
 

Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) – Contact a Knowledgeable Eureka, California Disability Insurance Lawyer Now
 

If you have a work history of paying into Social Security, you may be eligible to receive SSDI payments. SSDI is a natural insurance program that pays those who are disabled and have a qualifying work history (the duration you are required to have worked to qualify depends on your age). SSDI recipients may also qualify for Medicare. Learn more by contacting an experienced Eureka SSDI lawyer and learn about whether you qualify for Social Security.
 

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) – Experienced Eureka Disability Lawyers Help
 

SSI is paid out like welfare, meaning you must earn less than a certain amount of money to qualify. In addition, you need to be disabled and unable to work in order to qualify for SSI. SSI pays out a smaller amount of money than SSDI. Unlike SSDI, however, you are not required to have paid into the Social Security system to qualify for SSI payments. In addition, SSI recipients qualify for medical care through Medicaid. To contact an experienced Eureka SSI attorney, fill out the questionnaire on this webpage.
 

From Application to Appeal: The Social Security Process - Eureka, CA Social Security Disability Appeals Law Firms
 

You can begin the application process for Social Security benefits online, in person, or by phone. The process can take a while because the number of applications is generally very high. Usually, you have to wait anywhere between three and six months, maybe longer before you will receive a decision on your eligibility for Social Security. If denied, you can appeal the Social Security Review Board’s decision. You may have an attorney represent you at the appeal.
 

Below is a list of some of the illnesses and injuries that have qualified for a disability under Social Security:

Local SSA Office of Eureka, CA
 

Low Cost Hospitals in and near Eureka, California
 

Pharmacies in Eureka, CA
 

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Eureka social security disability attorneys serve clients throughout Northwestern California including Fortuna, Eureka, Blue Lake, Trinidad, Alderpoint, Alton, Bayview, Benbow, Big Lagoon, Briceland, Blocksburg, Bridgeville, Carlotta, Fernbridge, Fickle Hill, Fields Landing, Garberville, Harris, Honeydew, Humboldt Hill, Hydesville, Indianola, Kneeland, Loleta, Maple Creek, Manila, Myrtletown, Orick, Orleans, Pepperwood, Phillipsville, Pine Hills, Redcrest, Redway, Scotia, Shelter Cove, Table Bluff, Weitchpec, Weott, Whitethorn, Willow Creek and other communities in Del Norte County, Trinity County and Humboldt County.