You or a loved one might be eligible to receive monthly government cash assistance known as Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits if a disease, condition or disability limits or prevents you or a loved one from working. Likewise, an accident or injury in the Cleveland or Akron area that precludes or limits you or a loved one from working might make you eligible for SSD benefits.
In most cases you must be suffering from a condition or injury that has prevented or will prevent you from being employed for at least 12 months or a condition that will result in your death. While the eligibility concept is straightforward, unfortunately the process of obtaining SSD benefits is often complex and lengthy. The government denies most SSD applicants when they first apply. This often means you or a loved one must pursue several levels of appeals. However, a denial at any level or a past denial doesn’t necessarily disqualify you from eventually receiving benefits.
The Social Security Disability attorneys at Disparti Law Group, P.A., help individuals like you to fight for your benefits at any stage in your SSD application. Contact us today for a free initial consultation at 866-236-1361, or fill out our online contact form.
We have more than 30 years of experience handling Social Security Disability claims. Our Ohio SSD attorneys serve clients in Cleveland and Akron, as well as Canton, Elyria, Lorain, Mentor, Parma, Warren, Youngstown and surrounding areas. We also have offices in other areas of the country. There’s no need to do battle with the government alone. We can put our decades of experience and knowledge to work for you.
Common Conditions Leading To Social Security Disability Claims
Disabilities that prevent individuals from working are not uncommon. Indeed, according to the Social Security Administration, about 30 percent of all American workers will become disabled at some point in their careers before retirement. Some of the more common conditions resulting in a disability include:
- Neck and back problems
- Arthritis
- HIV/AIDS
- Asthma
- Obesity
- Digestive problems
- Headaches
- Diabetes
- Depression
- Seizures
- Heart ailments
- Breathing difficulties
- Mental illness
- Chronic fatigue
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Diabetic neuropathy
- Fibromyalgia
- Cancer
- Schizophrenia
- Bipolar disorder
- Panic attacks
- Spinal cord injuries
- Joint swelling
- Multiple sclerosis
What Is “Disabled” For SSD Eligibility?
The key factor in determining eligibility for SSD benefits is whether you suffer from a condition that will prevent you from working for 12 months or more. You must be totally disabled to qualify for SSD benefits.
The government considers you to be “disabled” and entitled to SSD benefits if:
- You cannot do work that you did before;
- The Social Security Administration decides that you cannot adjust to other work because of your medical condition(s); and
- Your disability has lasted or is expected to last for at least one year or to result in death.
These disability criteria leave a lot of gray area in determining whether you or a loved one is “disabled” for purposes of SSD benefits. The experienced attorneys at the Disparti Law Group can help Ohio residents obtain the benefits to which they are entitled. Our attorneys understand how the system works. We know how to prepare the best case for your SSD benefits claim.
The process for obtaining SSD benefits can be long and frustrating. The lawyers at Disparti Law Group can deal with the government on your behalf, allowing you to concentrate on what’s most important – your health and your future. Our commitment to clients is to always be quickly responsive, while, at the same time, carefully and thoroughly assessing their legal needs.
Attorney Fees
Attorney fees in SSD cases are based on a percentage of any sum recovered. The maximum fee amount is established by the Social Security Administration, which is responsible for approving any attorney fee requests.
If our Ohio Social Security Disability lawyers agree to handle your case, we will get paid for our services only if you recover money on your claim. This is known as a contingent fee arrangement.
Contact Our Ohio SSD Attorneys Today!
If you or a loved one needs legal assistance with an SSD claim in the Cleveland or Akron area, call Disparti Law Group, P.A., toll free at 866-236-1361 or contact us online. Your initial consultation with us is free. Please call right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.
