Social Security

Social Security is not only a retirement program it is also a long-term disability program. If you become disabled and unable to work due to illness, disease, accident or otherwise, you may be entitled to disability benefits.

We represent clients on a contingent fee basis, which means that we are not entitled to any attorney’s fees on a case unless and until you are awarded disability benefits.

We represent claimants whose disabilities can include, but are not limited to,
the following:

• Disabling Illnesses: including (but not limited to) Cancer, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s Disease, Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, Post Polio, Chronic Fatigue, Sleep Disorders, Crohn’s Disease, Hepatitis C and Diabetes.
• Physical Ailments: including (but not limited to) Loss of vision, Fibromyalgia, Cervical Spine ailments, Cardiovascular ailments, Stroke, Peripheral Neuropathy, Headaches, joint and related health problems due to Obesity and Pulmonary disorders.
• Mental Disorders: including (but not limited to) Paranoid Schizophrenia, Depression, Appetite Disturbance, Hyperactivity, Hallucinations, Delusions, Anxiety Related Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Autism

Social Security Disability benefits are available to:

• Individuals between the ages of 18-65 and have worked 5 out of the last 10 years (certain individuals that have not worked 5 out of last 10 years may otherwise qualify based upon a lack of income & resources);
• Minors who lack income & resources;
• Surviving spouses of a qualified individual; and
• Children of a disabled parent.

This is basic information on disability and is designed to give you general facts about social security disability. The information herein should in no way be considered exhaustive and/or complete. Much of the information and categories discussed herein are subject to exceptions and rule interpretations that can change the outcome of an individual case. You should consult a disability attorney for information and analysis specific to your situation. For more in-depth information on social security, please contact us by telephone or e-mail. We would be happy to discuss any matter of concern with you.