Experiencing a work-ending disability can be terrifying. In addition to changes to your health and life, you also face economic uncertainty.
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits may be a lifeline. Designed for workers who have paid into the system but are now unable to maintain full-time employment due to a disabling condition, these benefits provide monthly support for individuals with disabilities.
Schaffer & Associates are your local attorneys. We were born and raised in northwest Ohio and are dedicated to helping people get the benefits they deserve. Call now to speak with a Findlay SSDI claims lawyer.
SSDI is one of two federal programs providing monthly benefits to people who cannot work due to a disability. The other program, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), has different qualifications.
To qualify for SSDI, your medical condition must meet the definition of a disability outlined by the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA), the condition must be expected to last at least one year or result in death, and you must have sufficient work credits. Common conditions include:
For SSDI, there is no such thing as partial disability. You either qualify or do not, making it essential to document not only your diagnosis, but also how your condition limits your daily function. Our lawyers in Findlay can advise you on how best to document your condition for your SSDI claim.
The process involves several steps. Even a tiny error or missing document can lead to your claim being denied. We guide our clients through every stage of the application, including:
Over 60 percent of first-time SSDI applications are rejected, but denial does not mean your case is over. We help people in Findlay, Toledo, and the surrounding area to appeal denied SSDI claims and improve their application’s chance of approval.
If the SSA denies your initial SSDI application, you have 60 days to file an appeal. There are four stages of appeal:
Most people find it challenging to move through these stages without help. A Findlay SSDI attorney from Schaffer & Associates can prepare you for each step of the claim process and advocate for you with skill and dedication.
We are not a large corporate firm where your case gets lost in the system. We are a small, boutique law firm rooted in northwest Ohio. When you call us, you speak to an attorney, not an assistant or case manager.
Our Findlay team of attorneys knows how complex the SSDI process is, and we will make sure you understand every option available. Whether you are filing for the first time or appealing a denial, we will stand by you from start to finish.
Applying for SSDI benefits can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to do it alone. A Findlay SSDI claims lawyer from Schaffer & Associates can help you file your application correctly and guide you through every step of the process.
We are the trusted local attorneys for Findlay, Toledo, and the surrounding area, and we are ready to help you fight for the benefits you have earned. Call us today for a free consultation.