Why you need a Social Security Disability Attorney
Our team of disability attorneys in Manchester, NH understands the Social Security Disability application process and the regulations the Social Security Administration uses to review claims. We use our experience to prepare your application and work with your doctors to support your application.
If your original application is denied, you may need a hearing in order to be granted Social Security benefits. The hearing is informal and many may think they can easily represent themselves, but statistics have shown that people represented by a social security attorney have been successful more often than those without an attorney.
NH SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY EVALUATIONS WITH NO COMMITMENT: (603) 232-5220
How much is it to hire a Disability Lawyer in NH?
We do not charge for our services unless you receive benefits.
To pay attorney fees, the Social Security Administration will usually withhold 25% of past due benefits. Nothing will be withheld from your regular monthly checks after you receive benefits. We offer completely free and no commitment case evaluations from our Manchester NH office.
When should you contact a Disability Lawyer?
The sooner the better.
As your attorney, we will do more than just sit at a hearing and ask questions. There is much pre-hearing preparation, analysis and evidence gathering. We will also work with your doctors to explain the Social Security regulations and obtain a report. For these reasons, the earlier we begin working on your case, the better your chances are of receiving benefits.
Social Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
There are eligibility requirements you must meet to qualify for Social Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Each year, requirements may change. We can assist you in determining whether you have met these requirements for SSI, SSDI, or both!
You must have an earnings record in order to qualify for SSDI. This record will determine the number of working credits you’ve gained throughout your years in the workforce. A working credit is defined differently year after year, but in general, approximately 40 credits are needed. 20 of those 40 required credits must be earned in the last 10 years from date of disability. If you have worked without stopping due to disability, and you have consistently worked, you must have proof of disability. This must occur within 5 years from the day you stopped working, otherwise known as ‘Date Last Insured’ (DLI). In short, you, or anyone looking to qualify for SSDI must be found disabled before DLI.
To be found “disabled”, each of these requirements must be met:
- Disability must be expected to last for one year (at least), or will result in passing
- Work is not able to be performed the same way as in the past
- Determination received from SSA with a statement that they cannot perform/adjust to other work due to a medical condition
Both SSI and SSDI benefits are evaluated the same when determining medical eligibility. Both work credit and financial requirements are sometimes a challenge to determine, and we can assist you in that determination. Get in touch with us today.
FREE SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY CASE EVALUATION & CONSULTATION (603) 232-5220
WE CAN HELP YOU FILE YOUR APPLICATION FOR BENEFITS OR APPEAL YOUR DENIAL OF BENEFITS
Ward Law Group, PLLC has experience and expertise in all aspects of SSD Law Practice throughout New England including New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine and Massachusetts. Ward Law Group, PLLC has a proud history of fighting to protect the rights of injured or disabled people in our community. If you have recently become disabled and cannot work you need to understand your rights and responsibilities. The Ward Law Group, PLLC disability lawyers have the experience and expertise to help you.
Generally speaking there are two programs that provide benefits to qualified individuals who are deemed disabled the law. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) paid to those who suffer from a disabling injury and/or disease that prevents them from working. Generally, to qualify for this program, the individual must have worked in recent years, usually 5 out of the last 10 years.
The supplemental Social Security Income Benefits (SSI) are paid to qualified individuals depending on certain income and asset limitations, regardless of whether the individual has worked in the past. There are also benefits available under this program for disabled children depending on the income of the children’s guardian.
