Social Security benefits can help provide financial assistance to those who cannot work due to disability. Eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) depends on many factors, so the Social Security Administration (SSA) can deny first-time applicants for various reasons.
With the help of an experienced SSDI attorney from Schaffer & Associates, you can better understand the Findlay SSDI application process and meet the requirements to improve your chances of getting approved.
When people suffer sudden injuries, chronic illnesses, and other long-term health issues that prevent them from working, the federal government can provide benefits for qualified applicants in two ways. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provides monthly income to disabled individuals even if they have not paid into Social Security or held a job. SSDI supplies benefits to individuals with an employment history who contributed to Social Security during their careers and paid into the system within the last five years. The SSA provides SSDI to those who can no longer work as they once did due to long-term disability.
Most employees automatically contribute to the SSA’s Disability Trust Fund each year through taxes, helping to fund SSDI. If a medical condition keeps you from working, you will need to prove your need to meet SSDI requirements. We understand that knowing where to begin when seeking SSDI benefits can prove challenging for anyone. An attorney at Schaffer & Associates who represents disabled individuals in Findlay and the surrounding area can guide you through the SSDI application process.
If you want to apply for SSDI, you must prove you suffer from a qualifying condition, such as arthritis, cancer, diabetes, or epilepsy. Other common conditions that could qualify for SSDI include:
In your initial application, demonstrating that you suffer from one of these conditions or another serious issue does not automatically qualify you for benefits. The SSA denies over 70 percent of first-time SSDI applicants. If you want to apply for SSDI, or if the SSA denied your application, working with an attorney from our firm can increase your chances of approval or success on appeal.
Our SSDI attorneys have experience helping individuals in Findlay and the surrounding area navigate the application process. We can help you prepare your application and assist you with the subsequent steps. We can also help you appeal a denial, either by filing a Request for Reconsideration or a Request for Hearing, depending on your circumstances.
If you had to leave the workforce prematurely due to a health condition, SSDI can provide you with the financial help you need. For help with the Findlay SSDI application process and securing the benefits you deserve, call Schaffer & Associates today to schedule a free consultation.