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Clearwater SSDI Lawyer

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Most people want to work. The ability to work remains a tenet of capitalism, one of the pillars of American society. Employment represents hope for the future. A steady income translates into the ability to take care of yourself and your family. That is why an inability to work is so devastating.

Powerless, frustrated, and tired are some of the words that come to mind when thinking about an individual who desires to work, but is unable to, due to no fault of their own. If you feel this way, you are not alone. The law recognizes the injustice that people feel, and in some cases, there is hope to receive a regular, steady income again. If a person has been hurt while employed in a capacity covered by Social Security, they may qualify for benefits. Contact a Clearwater social security disability lawyer if you would like to learn more. A compassionate injury attorney who has experience with SSDI cases can help you with your claim. En Español.

Types of Injuries and Illnesses Covered

The Social Security Administration was created to assist disabled workers by disbursing monthly cash benefits to individuals unable to work for one year or more because of a covered disability.

According to the Social Security Administration, a covered disability can include any of the following, amongst others:

  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Asthma
  • Dermatitis
  • Amputations
  • Fractures (certain body parts)
  • Epilepsy
  • Loss of speech or visual efficiency
  • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) / Short bowel syndrome (SBS)
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Soft tissue disabilities (for instance, burns)
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Transplant of the heart, liver, or lung
  • Chronic heart failure
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

Claim Denial

Filing a Social Security Disability benefits application does not guarantee a grant or award of compensation. If an application is denied, the request for reconsideration must be filed within 60 days from receiving the Notice of Determination in response to the denied claim. If the reconsideration request is denied, there still may be hope.

In certain instances, depending on the facts of the given case, an appeal can be made to the Appeals Council. If a claimant receives an adverse decision from the Appeals Council, an appeal may be made to Federal Court. Each jurisdiction has its own rules and procedures that must be followed, which makes hiring a Clearwater social security disability lawyer the clear choice for salvaging a claim.

Benefit of an Attorney

An attorney should represent the claimant. Attorneys are generally trained to advocate for the victim zealously. This means putting their interests at the forefront while keeping them regularly apprised of material updates to ensure that they are aware of their rights and responsibilities.

SSDI lawyers in Clearwater can utilize negotiation techniques to persuade arbiters to rule in the claimant’s favor. A lawyer should assist the claimant with filing the initial application, that way the lawyer is familiar with the case in the event an adverse determination must be appealed.

Contacting a Clearwater Social Security Disability Attorney

It is extremely important to timely file a Social Security Disability claim. While there is no specific time limit for filing, no retroactive benefits will be paid beyond 12 months prior to the date of the application. In theory, the time frame that a prospective claimant can receive compensation for is one year prior to the date of application until the claimant is considered fit to return to work.

A failure to timely file the Social Security Disability application may result in several months or years that you will never be compensated for. Do not make that mistake – instead, call a Clearwater Social Security Disability to protect your legal rights today.

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