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When claiming for disability, the process can be long and tedious. Increase your chances of winning by hiring social security disability attorneys.
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August 30, 2017 Social Security Disability Attorneys Discuss Facts and Things to Consider When Filing for Disability Filing for disability can be an overwhelming experience. In recent years, the Social Security Administration has tightened their regulations and limited their approvals. What does that mean for you as an individual with a disability? It means that it can and will take longer to get your SSDI checks; the process can drag on. It is vital to have an attorney helping out with the paperwork and the overall procedure. Cases, when handled by experienced social security disability attorneys, seem to settle quicker and with less hassle. In fact, your case is 50% more likely to have a favorable outcome with an attorney than filing alone. Here are some other facts you may not know. Page | 1
1. You Only Pay If You Win Most attorneys work on a contingency basis. This means that you don’t pay anything for their legal fees unless you win. At the end of the case, if it is victorious, the attorney will take a percentage of the back pay to cover their fees. Attorneys can take up to 25 percent of back pay, with a maximum amount of $6,000. If the case is unsuccessful, then the attorney doesn’t charge for services rendered. You have no obligation and nothing to lose should you hire an attorney. 2. Social Security Is A Benefit You Pay For Many people don’t realize that they pay into Social Security. Each individual pays 6.2% of their earnings into the system which then goes into a fund that the government manages. These funds are used to pay for those who are utilizing the benefits. Employers must also match that percentage with another 6.2% contribution. For self-employed individuals, 12.4% of their earnings is placed in the Social Security Administration’s accounts. 3. Your Benefits May Increase Every Year Once you are approved for payments, you may receive an increase of 0.3% starting 2017. The increase is called the cost of living adjustment or COLA. The amount is based on the inflation rate and the current cost of living. 4. It Is A Fallacy That You Will Be Denied The First Time The rumor is that all cases are denied the first time; however, this is not true. There are many cases that are approved the first time they file for disability. The key is in the medication and condition. The SSA has a blue book that has all of the medical conditions they consider instant approvals. If a person has a terminal illness or any other serious condition, claiming can be fast tracked. A claim that enters the fast track process can be settled in as little as six weeks. 5. There Are Waiting Periods Even if you do get approved for SS payments, you still have waiting periods that you must abide by. SSI, which is to supplement the income of those at poverty levels, has no waiting periods. SSDI, on the other hand, has regulations. There is a five-month waiting period that is often overlooked. It is quite confusing to figure out the timelines and when to expect payment all by yourself, so it is always good to have a disability attorney helping out with your claim. Page | 2
Filing for Social Security disability benefits can be a long and tedious process, but with from an experienced disability attorney during this difficult time, the process becomes bearable. Additionally, hiring an attorney increases the chances of your case winning and you won’t miss any appeal or other paperwork deadlines. About Goldin Law Firm: A small firm but with the skill and experience of a big firm, Goldin Law Firm has been providing clients with experienced legal representation for over 30 years. Serving metropolitan Detroit, the dedicated and talented team of attorneys has taken on the challenging role of litigators in many personal injury suits, social security disability claims, and workers' compensation cases. Sources: Is there a waiting period for Social Security disability benefits? faq.ssa.gov 10 Things Everyone Should Know About Social Security, money.usnews.com Cost-Of-Living Adjustment (COLA), ssa.gov How does the Social Security system work? money.howstuffworks.com Page | 3
