We represent clients nationwide. No matter where you live, we can help. My staff is trained to assist you and is well versed in Social Security procedure. We welcome your questions and consultations are always free. You will pay no legal fees unless we win your case. We have local phone numbers in many cities, and our toll free number is always available, so you will never pay a long distance charge to talk to us.
We do this because we care about people. Our practice is devoted to helping disabled people with their Social Security Disability claims. We have helped many people with a variety of health problems such as: back problems (lumbar and cervical), heart problems (such as coronary artery disease and congestive heart failure), mental health problems (such as depression and bi-polar disorders), fibromyalgia, diabetes, digestive problems (such as Crohn's Disease), and any other health problems which keep you from being able to work.
The purpose of this website is to give you information about the process of applying for Social Security Disability benefits. If you've been denied, don't give up, and don't throw that denial away. We help claimants appeal a Social Security denial, and we've helped many people get the benefits they need and deserve. Having a disability lawyer can make the difference between winning your Social Security claim and going home empty handed. We have been helping people get approved for over 12 years.
Did you know that Social Security denies about 70% of all initial applications? Many people give up and throw their denial away. Remember, you can't get if you don't ask. Don't give up and DON'T throw that denial away. There is hope! Remember, if you have received a denial from Social Security, you only have sixty (60) days to appeal, so contact us today.
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James L. Abbott, Jr., Disability Lawyer He has been handling Social Security Disability claims since 1996. He has fought for clients at all levels, including in federal court. You may contact James directly at james@350Hope.com. Brenda, Office Manager Manages our office and is responsible for SSA appellate deadlines. She has a degree in Criminal Justice. What would we do without her? You may contact her directly at brenda@350Hope.com. Myra, Telephone Contact Specialist She is responsible for completing SSA forms over the telephone and internet. You can contact her directly at myra@350Hope.com Chris Schulte Studying for law school. He is a graduate student at West Texas A&M. He is responsible for client services, medical records, and file maintenance. He spends a great deal of time with clients and is well versed in Social Security procedure. You may contact him directly at chris@350Hope.com
Question What is the definition of disability used by Social Security? Answer Under the Social Security Act, "disability" means "inability to engage in any substantial gainful activity by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment which can be expected to result in death or has lasted or can be expected to last for a continuous period of not less than 12 months." Question How do I apply for Social Security disability benefits? Answer There are several ways that a claimant can file a Social Security disability claim:
- online at SSA.gov
- in person at their local SSA office
- with the help of an attorney.
We file initial claims on behalf of our clients. SSI claims cannot be filed online yet. Question How long do I have to wait after becoming disabled before I can file for benefits? Answer You can file for Social Security disability benefits the same day that you become disabled. Many individuals make the mistake of waiting months and even years after becoming disabled before filing a Social Security disability claim. An individual who suffers serious illness or injury and expects to be out of work for a year or more, should not delay in filing a claim for Social Security disability benefits. Sometimes my clients say that they waited some period of time to apply because they were told by someone that they had to. Contact us if you have questions about applying for benefits. Question How does Social Security determine if I am disabled? Answer Social Security is supposed to gather your medical records and carefully consider all of your health problems, as well as your age, education, and work experience. In general, Social Security is supposed to decide whether you are able to do your past work. If Social Security decides that you are unable to do your past work, they are supposed to consider whether there is any other work which you can do considering your health problems and your age, education, and work experience. Question Can I get both worker's compensation and Social Security disability benefits? Answer Yes, buy there is an offset, which reduces Social Security disability benefits because of worker's compensation benefits paid, but in virtually all cases, there is still some Social Security disability benefits to be paid. In a few states the offset works the other way - - worker's compensation benefits are reduced because of Social Security disability benefits.
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