Social Security Disability Attorney in Gainesville

The Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes a wide range of physical and mental health conditions that prevent someone from working. Common qualifying conditions include:

• Chronic illnesses (like cancer or heart disease)
• Severe musculoskeletal issues (back injuries, arthritis)
• Neurological disorders (stroke, MS, epilepsy, Parkinson’s)
• Mental health conditions (PTSD, bipolar disorder, major depression)
• Respiratory disorders (COPD, asthma)
• Autoimmune diseases (Lupus, Crohn’s, rheumatoid arthritis)

The key is not just the diagnosis, but how it impacts your ability to work. Our team reviews your medical history, symptoms, work background, and daily limitations to help present a strong claim.

SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) is for individuals who worked and earned enough work credits before becoming disabled. SSI (Supplemental Security Income) provides benefits based on financial need, regardless of work history.

Some people qualify for both. We’ll help you understand your eligibility and make sure the right application is filed from the start.

Most claims are denied early, even when applicants truly qualify. Common reasons include:

• Missing or incomplete medical records
• Lack of detailed doctor support
• Errors in the application paperwork
• SSA believes you can perform “light” work
• Income or work-credit misunderstandings

We help gather medical documentation, submit evidence, and build your case so you're taken seriously.

Approval timelines vary, but disability claims and appeals can take months, sometimes longer. Many Floridians are approved only after appealing. That’s why it’s important to start strong, document your condition, and move quickly if denied.

We stay on top of deadlines, paperwork, and status updates so you don’t have to.

Don’t panic, and don’t start over unless instructed. Denials are incredibly common. You typically have a limited time to file an appeal, so acting quickly is key.

We handle every stage, including:

• Request for Reconsideration
• Hearing before an Administrative Law Judge
• Appeals Council review
• Federal court litigation, if needed

Many claims are won by showing additional medical evidence, clarifying work limitations, and preparing you fully for your hearing.

Sometimes, but it depends on income limits and SSA rules for “substantial gainful activity.” Even part-time work can trigger a denial if reported incorrectly or if it suggests you can return to full-time employment.

Before working, talk to us. We’ll help ensure you stay in compliance.

The SSA wants a clear, consistent picture of your limitations. Strong evidence includes:

• Medical records and treatment notes
• Imaging and test results
• Statements from specialists
• Documentation of daily limitations
• Work history and functional reports

We help coordinate with your doctors and organize the evidence that the SSA looks for.

At Morgan & Morgan, we believe that everyone deserves experienced legal representation, especially when their health and financial well-being are at stake. You don’t pay anything up front to get help with your disability claim. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means we only get paid if we win your case.

Our fee comes from a portion of the past-due benefits you recover, not your ongoing monthly checks. If you don’t receive benefits, you don’t owe us anything. It’s that simple.

The Fee Is Free™ promise means you only pay if we win for you.

Applying for SSDI is stressful. We make it easier by handling the hard parts for you. From the moment you contact us, our team steps in to:

• Complete your paperwork accurately and on time
• Gather medical and work records the SSA needs
• Prepare you for hearings, interviews, and questions
• Present strong evidence to support your claim
• Fight denials and guide you through every appeal stage

With decades of experience and dedicated disability teams, we understand what it takes to build strong claims and advocate for them when the SSA tries to deny them.

A denial isn’t the end, and going through the process alone can be overwhelming. Whether you’re applying for the first time or appealing a denial, Morgan & Morgan is ready to fight for the benefits you earned.

Submit your free case evaluation today. There are no upfront costs, and you pay nothing unless we win the case.