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Contact a Social Security Attorney in The Crossings, Florida As Soon As Possible
 

Do you suffer from a disability that prevents you from being able to support yourself? Social Security disability income (SSDI), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI),were created for individuals who are not able to work due to a disability. The federal SSDI and SSI system is complicated and not easy to understand. Whether you are a first time applicant or you have been previously rejected for SSI and/or SSDI, an experienced The Crossings Social Security lawyer can help you. Don’t wait any longer. Contact a skilled The Crossings Social Security disability lawyer today by filling out the questionnaire on the website.
 

Applying for SSI or SSDI Can Make a Difference in Your Life
 

Almost three quarters (75%) of initial applicants are denied Social Security benefits. Presenting proof of your disability is an important step toward qualifying for Social Security benefits. An experienced The Crossings Social Security attorney can help you make the most persuasive case to the Social Security review board. Your chance of success is likely to increase with this assistance. 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 The Crossings, FL Social Security lawyer?
 

While attorneys can sometimes be expensive to hire, an The Crossings Social Security attorney is affordable, even for someone who unemployed due to a disability. How can a lawyer be affordable? Social Security attorneys generally work on a “contingency” basis. That means they only get paid if your claim is successful. Statutorily, Social Security attorneys can only make the following: the lesser amount of (1) 25% of back pay awarded to you by the Social Security Administration, or (2) $6,000 total. The Social Security Administration will approve the amount of the attorney fees at the time you are awarded your benefits. Don’t wait.  To contact an experienced The Crossings 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 the page.
 

Educate Yourself: The difference between SSDI and SSI
 

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.    How is disability defined in The Crossings, 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 The Crossings, Florida a factor in obtaining Social Security disability benefits? - If you are working in The Crossings 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 The Crossings, 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 The Crossings, FL Disability Insurance Lawyer As Soon As Possible
 

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 The Crossings SSDI lawyer.
 

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) – Experienced The Crossings 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 The Crossings SSI attorney, fill out the questionnaire on the webpage.
 

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

You can start your application for social security online, in person, or over the telephone. In some instances, the review process can take more as long as six months. If you are denied Social Security benefits, you can always appeal the decision, which will take longer. If you are considering an appeal, contact a skilled The Crossings Social Security attorney as soon as possible to discuss the reasons your claim was denied.
 

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 The Crossings, FL
 

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The Crossings social security disability attorneys serve clients throughout Southeastern Florida, including including Boca Raton, Carol City, Cooper City, Coral Gables, Coral Springs, Corral Terrace, Country Club, Cutler, Cutler Bay, Dania, Davie, Deerfield Beach, Doral, Fort Lauderdale, Fountainbleau, Hallandale Beach, Hialeah, Hialeah Gardens, Hollywood, Homestead, Homestead AFB, Kendall, Lauderhill, Margate, Melrose Park, Miami, Miami Beach, Miami Lakes, Miramar, North Miami, Oakland Park, Palmetto Bay, Pembroke Pines, Plantation, Richmond West, South Miami Heights, Sunrise, Tamiami, West Little River, areas in the vicinity of Miami International Airport, and other communities in Miami-Dade County.