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Oak Ridge, Florida Social Security Lawyers are Ready to Help
 

Has a disability affected your quality of life? Are you now unable to work because of a disability? 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 Oak Ridge social security lawyer as soon as possible. Contact an experienced Oak Ridge Social Security disability lawyer by filling out the form on this site. The form does not create any obligation.
 

How SSI and SSDI Can Help You
 

It is not always easy to qualify for Social Security benefits. Roughly 65% of initial applications are denied benefits. If you are disabled, you will want to make sure you effectively communicate the nature of your injury to the Social Security review board. Often, the best way to do this is to hire an experienced Social Security attorney in Oak Ridge. Having the aid of a skilled professional who understands the best tactics for winning your social security claim cannot work to your detriment. Many Social Security applicants face the possibility of homelessness if their SSI or SSDI claim is denied. The Social Security system provides monthly payments to qualified disabled Americans that make living in this expensive country more 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.
 

How Much Should I Expect to Pay a Qualified Oak Ridge Social Security Attorney?
 

If you believe that you are not able to afford a social security attorney, think again. They are not as expensive as you may think. Why? Social Security lawyers only get paid if you get paid. This fee structure is called a “contingency” fee. A Social Security attorney is legally not allowed to charge more than 25% of the back pay/past due benefits awarded to you, up to a maximum of $6,000. Moreover, you are protected because the government must approve the attorney’s fee before you are required to pay your lawyer for his services. After filling out the questionnaire on this webpage, an experienced Oak Ridge Social Security attorney will call or email you to discuss the specifics of your case.
 

Eligibility for either SSDI or SSI
 

Disability payments under SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) and SSI (Supplemental Security Income) are contingent upon you proving the existence of a disability. The disability must prevent you from working for a year or more. Disability payments are made monthly to those who qualify. The SSDI and SSI programs are related, but different.
 

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

SSDI - Contact a Skilled Oak Ridge Disability Insurance Lawyer As Soon As Possible
 

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 Oak Ridge SSDI lawyer and learn about whether you qualify for Social Security.
 

Supplemental Security Income: Your Final Safety Net
 

SSI is truly a last line of defense for those who are disabled and have no money. SSI is welfare-based, which means that it is paid out regardless of your work history (unlike SSDI). SSI recipients receive monthly checks, and may also qualify for aid from the state, food stamps, and Medicaid. Don’t wait. Contact an experienced Oak Ridge SSI lawyer today.
 

How do I Apply for Social Security and What Can I Expect? - Oak Ridge, Florida Social Security Disability Application and Appeals Attorneys
 

You can apply online, in person, or over the phone for Social Security. You will be asked to fill out a series of questions that require you to substantiate your disability. Be ready to wait anywhere from three to six months for a decision on your application. If you have been denied Social Security, you can appeal your case. At appeal, you will have to prove that your condition qualifies as a disability. If you do not feel comfortable appearing on your own behalf, an attorney may present your case for you.
 

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

Local SSA Office of Oak Ridge, Florida
 

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Oak Ridge social security disability attorneys serve clients throughout Central Florida including Altamonte Springs, Apopka, Azalea Park, Bay Hill, Belle Isle, Chuluota, Conway, Doctor, Hunters Creek, Kissimmee, Lake Mary, Lockhart, Longwood, Maitland, Meadow Woods, Oak Ridge, Ocoee, Orlando, Orlovista, Phillips, Pine Hills, Sanford, Sky Lake, South Apopka, St. Cloud, Walt Disney World Resort, Williamsburg, Winter Garden, Winter Park, Winter Springs, and other communities in Orange County.