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Your initial application is the most important step in getting Social Security disability benefits. Although many people complete the application process without the representation of an attorney, there are many benefits to hiring our experienced Greenville SSD lawyers.
For a free case evaluation, please call Ricci Law Firm Injury Lawyers at (252) 777-2222.
Navigating the Complexities of Social Security Disability Claims
We represent clients seeking Social Security Disability benefits, assisting with initial applications, documentation, and appeals for denied claims. Our team ensures that clients present strong cases to secure the benefits they need to manage their conditions and maintain financial stability.
Additionally, we guide clients through eligibility requirements for temporary and permanent disability benefits, providing the support necessary to navigate the process and secure the financial assistance they deserve.
Ricci Law Firm Strengthens Your Social Security Disability Claim
Understanding SSDI and SSI: Key Differences
- SSDI Eligibility: For individuals who are injured or sick, have worked a set number of years, and paid Social Security taxes.
- SSI Eligibility: Designed for older adults and individuals with limited financial resources who don’t qualify for SSDI.
- Purpose: SSDI supports workers with sufficient credits, while SSI aids those without a significant work history or awaiting SSDI approval.
- Legal Assistance: Our attorneys can help you file claims for both SSDI and SSI, increasing your chances of success.
When a disability prevents you from working, you need an aggressive advocate who can represent you at any stage of the application process. Our team will ensure you have the forms filled out completely and correctly, so you avoid one of the most common mistakes people make.
Each application is reviewed closely by the Social Security Administration. Missing details or information errors will result in a denial, setting you back in the system and delaying your benefits. When you are denied, you need to be sure you get it right when you resubmit your forms, and Ricci Law Firm offers experienced SSD attorneys to guide you.
Some law firms will help you through the first three levels of appeal when you are denied, but few will go the full distance to the Federal Court review. This is a demanding situation that not every disability lawyer is ready to face. At Ricci Law Firm, our founding lawyer is certified as a specialist in Social Security Disability law by the North Carolina State Bar. We will be with you every step of the way.
Qualifying for Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits
Each year, workers earn up to four Social Security credits based on income, which are essential for retirement and disability benefits. To retire and claim regular benefits, 40 credits are required. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) eligibility, however, depends on your age and work history. For example, applicants under 24 need six credits earned in three years, while those over 31 require 20 credits from the past decade. Additional criteria include proving your inability to work due to a long-term or permanent disability.
Applying for SSDI can be time-consuming, often taking 6-12 months for a hearing. However, certain situations, such as terminal illnesses or qualifying under Compassionate Allowances or Quick Disability Determinations, may expedite approval. Ricci Law Firm’s experienced attorneys guide you through this complex process, preparing you for hearings and ensuring you present a strong case to secure your benefits as quickly as possible.
Why Hire an Attorney for Your SSDI Application?
At Ricci Law Firm Injury Lawyers, our team has 60 years of combined experience and a board certified Social Security Disability specialist. We put this experience and our knowledge of SSD law to work in securing and maximizing your benefits.
Some of the advantages of choosing our attorneys include:
- We ensure all the right information is included in your application.
- We know many of the common application mistakes that can result in denial of your claim.
- We work to try to prevent a denial in the first place.
- We can determine if you should instead apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), which provides benefits for people who are not eligible for SSD.
It seems so simple to complete the necessary paperwork on your own and wait to hear back that your disability benefits are approved. However, if your SSD application does not include all the necessary information that the Social Security Administration needs to approve your claim—including thorough documentation of your disabling condition—you will be denied SSD benefits. While you can appeal SSD benefit denial, it is much easier and more cost-effective to hire an experienced lawyer who can help you ensure your application is documented as accurately and thoroughly as possible, enhancing your chances for approval of your SSD benefits the first time around.
The SSDI Application Process
SSD and SSI claims are frequently denied simply because there was not enough medical information documenting the disability. When you work with our law firm, you can have confidence and peace of mind knowing that your application is as thorough as possible. Our seasoned lawyers communicate with your doctors when necessary to ensure the information they provide thoroughly documents your medical condition to the fullest extent possible. If your SSD claim is then denied, we will already be working on your case and will be better equipped to build your SSD appeal.
To prepare the strongest, most complete application for disability benefits, it is important for you to share with us any medical conditions or disabilities you have and to bring a list of the doctors you are seeing, any medications you are taking and your work history. This enables us to provide an honest assessment of whether we believe you will be eligible for benefits. This information will also be valuable for us to begin preparing your application for Social Security Disability benefits.
If you do not qualify for SSD due to insufficient work history, we will also need financial and asset information to determine if you may be eligible for Supplemental Security Income instead. Like SSD, SSI provides monthly income benefits to eligible disabled individuals. The main difference is that applicants must also meet asset and income requirements.
Social Security Disability FAQs
Social Security Disability claims can be complex, with many legal challenges that may feel overwhelming, especially while managing the impact of your disability and navigating the application process.
To assist you, we’ve compiled answers to some of the most common questions our clients have about Social Security Disability cases in North Carolina. Read on to learn more about your eligibility, rights, and how to secure the benefits you deserve.
Contact Ricci Law Firm Injury Lawyers at (252) 777-2222
If you are searching for an experienced SSDI and SSI attorney in Greenville who can help you build your application for disability benefits, please contact Ricci Law Firm Injury Lawyers to schedule a free consultation. We are proud to represent individuals throughout Greenville, Fayetteville, Raleigh,Charlotte, and nearby areas of North Carolina.
Contact us at (252) 777-2222 to set up a free consultation.