Social Security Disability Attorney in West Palm Beach

There are essentially two types of Social Security disability benefits:

1. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI); and 
2. Supplemental Security Income (SSI). 

SSDI

SSDI is awarded to individuals who have accumulated enough work credits to qualify and are still insured when applying for benefits. To qualify for SSDI, there are basically two requirements:

1. You must be disabled - The Social Security Administration (SSA) has its own definition of what it means to be disabled. To be considered disabled under the SSA's definition, you must have a severe medical impairment that prevents you from doing:
   1. The work that you used to do; and 
   2. Any other type of work. 

This impairment can be physical, mental, or both.

2. You must have a qualifying work history - You must have accumulated 20 or more "quarters of coverage" (QCs) in the previous 10 years and still be fully insured. 

SSI

The SSA awards SSI benefits to individuals who have not accumulated enough work credits to qualify for SSDI and have limited financial means. To qualify for SSI benefits, you must:

1. Be a U.S. citizen, who is:
   1. 65 and older; 
   2. An adult who is blind or disabled; or  
   3. A child who is blind or disabled.
2. Demonstrate a financial need - this generally means that you have:
   1. Less than $2000 in assets if single; or
   2. Less than $3000 in assets if married; and
   3. Little household income.

In most cases, your initial application for benefits will be denied. This is partly because applicants often fail to provide crucial details, only adding to the delays that you may experience in the claims process.

It is not enough to have your doctor say that you are unable to work. You must also have supporting evidence that you suffer from a condition that prevents you from working and qualifies you to receive benefits. Our experienced Social Security disability attorneys can ensure that you have all the evidence you need to succeed in your claim from the very beginning.

• Our West Palm Beach Social Security disability lawyers have an in-depth understanding of the complexities of disability claims and can help you successfully navigate the process.
• We believe that every case deserves a thorough evaluation and our full consideration.
• We have an excellent track record of success. To date, we have won over $20 billion for our clients.
• We have 1,000+ attorneys worldwide, who Fight For The People, Not The Powerful.

If you are depending on Social Security disability benefits to help you live with your disability, we welcome the opportunity to discuss your case with you. We have offices throughout Florida, including West Palm Beach.

Contact Morgan & Morgan for a free consultation with a knowledgeable West Palm Beach Social Security disability attorney. Fill out our no-cost, risk-free case review form now.