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Find a Skilled Gilroy, California Social Security Attorney
 

Has a disability prevented you from working? Fortunately, the US Social Security program provides a safety net for many Americans. If you have a disability and qualify for Social Security benefits, you may be entitled to a monthly check and other benefits such as medical care, food stamps, and other assistance from your state government. Increase your chances of qualifying for Social Security and other social benefit programs by working with an experienced Gilroy Social Security Lawyer as soon as possible. Give yourself the best chance of qualifying for Social Security disability benefits by working with an experienced Gilroy social security attorney today. Fill out the form in this website today.
 

Moving Forward: How SSI and SSDI Benefits Can Help You
 

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. The success of your Social Security claim often hinges on whether you effectively laid out the best argument for your disability to the review board. Gilroy social security attorneys have experience and knowledge on how to present your case most effectively. By working with a lawyer, you do not have to second-guess whether you are characterizing your disability in the most effective way possible. Winning your Social Security benefits claim can mean the difference between no access to health care and destitution, and the safety net of a monthly benefit payment and life-saving medical care.If you qualify, you could potentially receive the following in addition to monthly payments (depending on your circumstances): Medicare, Medicaid, and Food Stamps.
 

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

You do not have to have big bank account to afford a Social Security attorney. The typical fee structure used by Social Security law firms is designed to be affordable for people who are not employed. In almost every case, Social Security attorneys work on what is called a “contingency” fee. This means they only get paid if you win your Social Security benefits claim. Fortunately, the US government realized the difficulties a disabled person may have in acquiring and paying an attorney. To that end, the Social Security regulations place restrictions on how much lawyer can charge a claimant for representation in a Social Security matter. Specifically, the attorney cannot charge you more than 25% of the past due benefits that are awarded to you, however, that figure cannot exceed $6,000 total. So, claimants will never have to pay more than $6,000 on successful Social Security claims. Don’t wait.  To contact an experienced Gilroy Social Security lawyer today and start the ball rolling on your Social Security claim all you have to do is fill out the form in this webpage.
 

SSDI and SSI Eligibility
 

SSI (Social Security Income) and SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) are two separate programs under the umbrella term “Social Security” that pay a benefit to claimants who are disabled. A qualifying disability for Social Security benefits usually must either prevent you from working for a year or more or result in death. While both the SSI and SSDI programs are federal disability programs, they are quite different from each other.
 

1. What is the Standard for Disability in Gilroy, California? - To receive disability benefits for Social Security Disability you must meet the Social Security Administration's definition of disability.

   1.    How is disability defined in Gilroy, 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 Gilroy, California a factor in obtaining Social Security disability benefits? - If you are working in Gilroy 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 Gilroy, California 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.

    

   Can I qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)? Work with an Experienced Gilroy Disability Insurance Lawyer Immediately
    

   If an American is disabled and has previously paid into the social security system through their taxes, he or she may qualify for SSDI. In addition, the government also requires you to have worked a percentage of the previous years, depending on your age. Some SSDI claimants also qualify for Medicare if they are disabled under the SSDI program for 2 years. Learn more about how the law applies to your case by contacting an experienced Gilroy SSDI lawyer.
    

   The Federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Program – Gilroy, CA Disability Lawyers Are Here to 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 Gilroy SSI attorney, fill out the questionnaire in this page.
    

   How Do the Social Security Application and Appeal Processes Work? - Gilroy Disability Appeals Lawyers
    

   You can start your application for Social Security benefits online today. You can also apply in person, or start the process over the phone by calling a local Social Security branch office. The initial review of eligibility can take upwards of four to six months. You can have your case reviewed by an appeal panel if you are initially denied social security benefits. Having an attorney to represent you in the appeal is very preferable. Contact an Gilroy Social Security attorney today to discuss your appeal.
    

   The following are a few examples of the types of injuries and illnesses that have previously qualified as a disability for Social Security:
    

   Mental Retardation Hallucinations Affective disorders Schizophrenia Lung Transplant

   Soft tissue sarcoma Cerebral Trauma Systemic vasculitis Systemic sclerosis Sjogren’s syndrome

   Soft tissue sarcoma Lymphoma Multiple Myeloma Kidney cancer Liver disease

    

   Local SSA Office of Gilroy, CA
    

   Social Security Office 1059 First Street Gilroy, California 95020 (877) 452-4198

    

   Low Cost Hospitals near Gilroy, California
    

   AACI 2400 Moorpark Avenue, Suite 300 San Jose, California 95128 (408) 975-2730

   Bill Wilson Center 3490 The Alameda Santa Clara, California 95050 408-243-0222

    

   Pharmacies in Gilroy, CA
    

   Walgreens Store 770 1st Street Gilroy, California 95020 (408) 847-0983	Medical Pavilion Pharmacy 9460 No Name Uno Road Gilroy, California 95020 (408) 842-2001
   CVS Pharmacy 825 1st Street Gilroy, California 95020 (408) 842-0373	Rite Aid 360 East 10th Street Gilroy, California 95020 (408) 848-2328

    

   Gilroy Weather (Monthly Averages)
    

   	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sept	Oct	Nov	Dec
   Avg. High (F)	61	64	69	73	79	84	88	88	86	79	68	61
   Avg. Low (F)	38	41	43	45	49	53	55	55	53	49	42	37
   Avg. Precipitation (in)	4.38	4.37	3.00	1.25	0.49	0.11	0.01	0.03	0.24	0.92	2.28	3.70

    

    

    

   Gilroy social security disability attorneys serve clients throughout Western California, including Alameda, Belmont, Berkeley, Brisbane, Burlingame, Campbell, Castro Valley, Cupertino, Daly City, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Fremont, Gilroy, Hayward, Los Gatos, Menlo Park, Milpitas, Monterey, Morgan Hill, Mountain View, Newark, Oakland, Pacifica, Palo Alto, Redwood City, Richmond, Salinas, San Bruno, San Carlos, San Francisco, San Jose, San Leandro, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Saratoga, South San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Watsonville, areas in the vicinity of Mineta San Jose International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, and other communities in Santa Clara County.

   1. The term disability is that you are unable to engage in “substantial gainful activity” [SGA] because of a medically physical or mental impairment which has lasted, or is expected to last, for at least 12 months, or is expected to result in your death.