Social Security Disability... And Why You Need Me
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I am an attorney who represents social security disability clamaints. Approximately half of our law firm's practice involves representing social security disability claimants. So why do you need me? Well, statistically, nearly 95% of applicants are initially denied. From that point, there are several levels of appeals that include specific deadlines. Failing to appeal within the precribed time can lead to your claim being dismissed.
Speaking of time...the average time to attain a hearing from your initial application is over three years in some areas. Keep in mind, you can't be gainfully employed and claim to be disabled at the same time. Attorneys, in some cases, can assist you in obtaining benefits much faster and without the need of a hearing.
If you are required to attend a hearing, an attorney can help you obtain all your medical records, send out appropriate questionaires to your doctors, and prep you on what to expect from the Administrative Law Judge.
So what do you have to pay me? The federal government has set sorth the fees an attorney can claim. Attorneys are paid 25% of your past due benefits or $5,300.00, the lesser of the two. In our firm, the only cost you are responsible for is the cost of obtaining your medical records and, possibly mileage.
Considering the importance of your disability claim, I believe an attorney is worth every penny. While I can't give exact percentages, our rate of approval is close to the rate of initial denials. So, while the odds are stacked against you on your own, the odds are stacked in your favor with the help of an attorney.