Social Security Disability Lawyers

Serving Hartford, Waterbury, New Haven and Surrounding Areas

What is Social Security Disability (SSD)?
Social Security Disability benefits are awarded to workers who, because of physical, mental, or both conditions can no longer perform the work for which they are, or have been in the past, employed.

What does the SSD evaluator look for when reviewing a case?
The case reviewer is looking for sufficient, recent medical evidence that supports the claim that you are not capable of working at the current or previous types of jobs you have held, and that this incapacity has lasted, or will last for a period of twelve months or more.

Do I need a lawyer to file for Social Security Disability?
No, initiating the claim is straightforward and can be done over the phone, at a Social Security field office, or online. You do not need a lawyer to complete this process. Nearly 40% of first-time claims are approved.

Download the Social Security Disability Starter Kit. This kit, prepared by the government, gives you the step-by-step information you need to prepare your claim.

Or, you can call your local Social Security office to apply over the phone, or make an appointment to apply in person

What do I do if my claim is denied?
If your claim is denied – and they are over 60% of the time – an experienced Social Security Disability lawyer is very helpful in preparing you for the reconsideration and/or appeal process.

Our attorneys have the knowledge and experience to prepare and defend your case according to the laws.

You have 60 days from the date of denial to file a Request for Reconsideration, or a Request for Hearing, but you should contact us as soon as possible

When is the final decision made?
It can take from three months to more than a year to get a final decision. It all depends on how well prepared your case is, and how many denials you receive (if any).

How much does it cost?
If you are denied, you pay nothing. If you are awarded Social Security Disability benefits, the fee is set by law as 25% of the amount of money you receive in back benefits, not exceed $6,000. If there are any expenses associated with filing your claim, you will be made aware of them ahead of time.

Links
Social Security Disability Starter Kit