Greensboro disability lawyers

Many clients contact us to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits once they receive a denial from the Social Security Administration (SSA). In many cases, they are frustrated and confused about the denial. This usually occurs when a claimant has serious medical setbacks which prevent them from returning to their old job. They’ve […]

The amount of money disability claimants receive depends on which Social Security program they qualify for. The Federal Social Security Disability Insurance Program (SSDI) pays benefits based on your average lifetime earnings. The Federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program pays benefits based on the SSI Federal benefit rate less any countable income you may have. […]

If you receive benefits through the federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, the Social Security Administration (SSA) can check your bank account. They do this to verify that you still meet the program requirements. SSI is resource-specific and reserved for disabled people with limited means.  That means you qualify for the program because you have limited […]

Before you think about filing for the federal Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Insurance (SSI) programs, you need to know if you’re eligible. Most disability lawyers offer free consultations for potential claimants to determine eligibility. But you can also do some initial research on your own before contacting a disability lawyer. To be […]

It can be difficult to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. But, most successful disability claims have one thing in common: solid medical evidence.   As a reminder, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is reserved for people with serious and persistent medical conditions. These problems must prevent them from working. In most cases, claimants go through a process […]

If you are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, you’ll need to start by filing an initial application.  To make the process a bit easier on you, we’ve put together this blog post so you can be prepared for what comes next. Step One: Set Up An Appointment Call your local Social Security office […]

It’s no surprise that most Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claims are denied at the first stage of the process. In fact, most Social Security disability claims go through multiple stages with opportunities for claimants to appeal along the way. As a refresher, let’s revisit the Social Security disability appeals process further below. Disability Appeals […]

Individuals participating in the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) programs may be eligible for a second social security stimulus check. November 21 was the deadline to request a stimulus check this year. But, there may be a second stimulus package in 2021 if negotiations resume in Washington. If you’d like […]

Surveys show that claimants who hire Social Security disability lawyers are more likely to win their claim than if they file alone or with a disability advocate. Before making the decision, it’s a good idea to understand how much it will cost to hire a disability lawyer. Important Definitions Social Security disability lawyers work on […]

The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Programs require strong medical evidence before approving a disability claim. This medical evidence is often pulled from medical treatment records gathered from your various treating physicians. If you’re working with a good disability lawyer, they will help you gather and organize your medical evidence. […]