While you may be unable to work, that fact alone won’t guarantee you Social Security disability benefits. Social Security is a big government agency. They use a complex legal system to decide who deserves benefits, and you can only win benefits if you meet their strict definition of “disabled.”
At The Jeff Diamond Law Firm, we’ll help you determine whether you do. Contact us to discuss your disability case.
To receive social security disability benefits, you must be eligible to apply and you must meet the definition of disabled.
SSDI
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program pays benefits to you and certain family members if you meet three criteria: 1) You are disabled, 2) You have earned enough work credits through Social Security taxes, and 3) As of the date you became disabled, you must have worked at least 5 of the last 10 years.
Under Social Security rules, you’re only considered disabled if a medical condition or injury is expected to keep you from working for at least one full year (or result in death). The disability can be a physical condition, a mental condition, or a combination of problems.
If you’re unable to work, it’s important that you schedule regular medical appointments and gather enough documentation to prove your case to Social Security.
In general, Social Security considers you disabled if:
Just about any medical problem that stops you from working can qualify for disability benefits. These are some of the most common:
Contact The Jeff Diamond Law Firm today for a free evaluation of your disability case. Our experience can make all the difference.
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