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Has an injury kept you from working? Social security disability income, or “SSDI” for short, and “SSI”, supplemental security income, was created for those who cannot work due to suffering from a disability. The federal SSDI and SSI system can be difficult to navigate. Whether you are a first time applicant or whether you have been previously rejected, an experienced Naples social security attorney can help you. Naples social security attorneys can walk you through the application and appeal process. Start now by filling out the form on the left.

Your SSI or SSDI application: it makes a big difference

More than half of the initial applicants are rejected for social security every year. An experienced Naples social security lawyer can increase your odds of success. Your attorney should understand how to make your best case. Your attorney can also represent you on appeal. An experienced Naples social security lawyer will look over your file, and help you make any additions and corrections necessary to best highlight the nature of your disability. For many applicants, they face the possibility of homelessness if their SSI or SSDI application is denied. The social security system provides monthly payments that make living in this expensive country manageable. In many cases, claimants also qualify for critical medical coverage through the social security system. SSI claimants can get Medicaid, while SSDI claimants may qualify for Medicare.

Qualified Naples Social Security lawyers: are they expensive?

Although attorneys can be expensive, a social security attorney is affordable, even for someone who does not have a job. Why? Social Security attorneys only get paid if you get paid. This fee structure is called a “contingency” fee. Social Security regulations set a cap for attorney fees.  As of June 2009, the cap is $6,000. Also, attorneys can only receive their money from the past due benefits awarded to you, a max of 25%. So, the most a social security lawyer can charge is: the smaller amount of 25% of your past due benefits or $6,000. Contact your Naples Social Security lawyer today by filling out the form on the left.

Learning about the SSI and SSDI programs

Understanding how the Social Security disability program works is important. There are two separate programs that provide disability benefits to those who cannot work for a year or more due to a disability: SSI and SSDI (Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance). Both programs require that you suffer from a disability to qualify, but each program has other separate requirements for eligibility.

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

SSDI pays disability payments to those who have a qualifying work history, who are disabled. For that reason, not everyone is eligible for SSDI. To qualify, you will have to show, in addition to proving your disability, that you have worked a certain percentage of your previous years (depending on your age). Medicare medical coverage is also available to some SSDI recipients. Contact your Naples SSDI lawyer to learn more now.

SSI: a welfare-based program - Contact an experienced Naples Disability Attorney

If you have no or too little work history, are disabled, and make below a certain threshold of money, you may qualify for SSI. SSI, or Supplemental Security Income, is a welfare-based program. The benefits are paid out of general tax revenues and are not contingent on your work history. The monthly benefit provides a basic amount, which may be enhanced by your state. You may also qualify for food stamps and Medicaid. You can contact an experienced Naples SSI attorney by filling out the questionnaire on the left.

How do I apply, what can I expect?- Naples Disability Appeals Lawyer

You can start your application online. You can also apply in person, or start the process over the phone. The initial review can take four to six months. If you are denied, you can appeal your case.

The list below contains a few examples of the types of illnesses and injuries that have qualified previous applicants for a disability:

Local SSA Office

Low Cost Hospitals

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Naples social security attorneys serve clients throughout Southwestern Florida, including Bonita, Springs, Cape Coral, East Naples, Estero, Fort Myers, Fort Myers Beach, Golden Gate, Marco, Naples, Naples Manor, Naples Park, North Naples, Pelican Bay, San Carlos Park, Sanibel, areas in the vicinity of Naples Municipal Airport, and other communities in Collier County.