New York Social Security Disability Lawyers

Frequently Asked Questions

• When did Social Security start?
  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

Legal Articles

• How do I appeal the denial of Social Security benefits?
  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

Free Legal Forms

• Disability Report Form - Adult (Ssa-3368)
• Authorization To Release Information (Ssa-827) - Ca, Ia, Mi, Il, Wi, Oh, Ok Or Tx Residents Do Not This Form
• Ssa-16 Application For Disability Insurance Benefits
• Ssa-25 Certificate Of Election For Reduced Spouse's Benefits

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