Social Security Disability Insurance, commonly known as SSDI is a federal program for people who are unable to work due to a diagnosed disability.
The program is sponsored by payroll taxes and is administered by the Social Security Administration. To qualify for SSDI, an individual must have worked and paid into the Social Security system for a certain number of years and must have a disability that is expected to last at least one year or result in death. Once approved, SSDI recipients receive a monthly cash benefit based on their past earnings.
If your disability is preventing you from working and your SSDI claim has been denied, it may be time to seek legal advice. An experienced disability attorney can help you understand the appeals process and provide guidance on how to best present your case. They can also help you gather evidence and prepare for hearings, as well as represent you in court if necessary.
Not everyone may be eligible for SSDI. In fact, only individuals who have paid into the Social Security system for a certain amount of time are eligible. There are generally two rules you’ll need to meet to be eligible for this benefit:
The amount you can receive is based on how much you paid into the Social Security trust fund. The average monthly payment for SSDI in 2023 is $1,483.
However, how much you receive can vary depending on your monthly wages, how long you’ve worked and other factors.
The Social Security Administration will carefully evaluate your application to establish you’re unable to work due to your disability and have enough work credits to receive the benefit.
If they aren’t convinced you meet the medical criteria for disability and/or you don’t have enough work credits, your application will likely be denied.
Additionally, if the Social Security Administration (SSA) finds that you are able to do some type of work, they may deny your claim. Other reasons for denial include:
These denial reasons are not necessarily the final word on your situation. A skilled SSDI attorney may be able to frame your challenges in a way that’s more conducive to SSA’s criteria or find additional relevant evidence to your filing.
Many SSDI claims get denied because the applicant did not provide enough evidence to prove their disability. It’s never too early to hire a disability lawyer. Even if you haven’t yet applied for SSDI, an experienced lawyer can help you gather the necessary evidence and paperwork to make sure your application is complete and accurate.
In the event your SSDI claim is denied and you believe your application wasn’t handled properly, a lawyer can help you navigate the appeals process and increase your chances of success.
At the Buckeye Law Group, we’re committed to fighting for hard working Ohioans who struggle to make ends meet because of a debilitating disability. If your SSDI claim has been denied or you’re not sure how to submit an application, we’re here to help.
Our skilled and dedicated Social Security disability lawyers can help you gather evidence to support your claim, prepare a strong appeal and represent you in court if necessary.
Call 1-800-411-PAIN to discuss your case for free.
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