Social Security Disability Lawyers

Social Security disability programs are federal programs which provide financial assistance to individuals with qualifying disabilities who are unable to work.  There are fairly strict eligibility requirements in order for a person to qualify for disability benefits under these programs.  An experienced disability lawyer can help you with filing your claim for disability benefits, or appealing a denial of benefits.  A qualified disability lawyer can also provide legal representation in court, as a denied claimant will typically be forced to follow the appeal route, at least to the point where their case is brought before an Administrative Law Judge at a social security disability hearing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When did Social Security start? 5 Star Rating
    President Franklin Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act on August 14, 1935. Taxes were collected for the first time in January 1937 and the first one-time, lump-sum payments were made that same … more
  • What is the origin of the term Social Security?
    Abraham Epstein in connection with his group, the American Association, first used the term in the U.S. for Social Security. Originally, the Social Security Act of 1935 was named the Economic … more
  • Who is the Commissioner of Social Security?
    Kenneth S. Apfel was nominated on May 23, 1997 by President Clinton and confirmed by the Senate on September 19, 1997 as the Commissioner of the United States Social Security Administration (SSA). more
  • What kind of disability benefits does Social Security pay?
    People who are severely disabled may be eligible for monthly benefits under one or more of the programs we administer. Both the Social Security program and the SSI program provide a monthly income … more
  • Who is the Commissioner of Social Security?
    Kenneth S. Apfel was nominated on May 23, 1997 by President Clinton and confirmed by the Senate on September 19, 1997 as the Commissioner of the United States Social Security Administration (SSA). more
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Legal Articles

  • How do I appeal the denial of Social Security benefits? 4 Star Rating
    Whether you have applied for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income benefits, there is the chance that the Social Security Administration (SSA) will deny your claim for benefits. Fortunately, there is a simple process that you can follow in order to appeal, or ask for another review, of the denial of your application for Social Security benefits.    … more

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