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If your current health issue prevents you from working, you could qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. If you have a long-term or permanent injury or illness that impairs your ability to earn a living, a Travelers Rest Social Security Disability lawyer could help you file a claim or fight a denial based on a claim you’ve already filed.
When you work with a Travelers Rest personal injury lawyer from Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC, we will not charge any upfront fees. We have already helped injured and disabled clients throughout the Carolinas recover more than $100 million. We can help you, too. Contact us today for a free consultation with our team.
How Our Travelers Rest Attorneys Help With Social Security Disability Claims
Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC, helps clients prepare and file Social Security Disability (SSD) claims or fight a denial of benefits. We know how this process works, what to expect from South Carolina Disability Determination Services, and how to file an appeal. We provide a free case review and have a 24/7 helpline.
Once you hire our team to represent you, we’re available anytime you need us. Contact us when you have questions, want to address a concern, or need a case update. We provide prompt and open communication however you prefer, whether via phone call, text, or email.
Between our six attorneys and six offices serving both North and South Carolina, we have served over 10,000 clients. We also have more than 530 reviews, garnering a rating of 4.9 out of 5 on Google Reviews. Our previous clients overwhelmingly recommend hiring our firm to help you.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Travelers Rest Disability Lawyer?
An SSD lawyer from our team will represent you with no upfront costs or fees. We work based on contingency, meaning we receive a portion of any back pay we secure for you by filing your claim or getting a denial overturned. And if we don’t win, you don’t pay.
Let Our Travelers Rest Social Security Disability Attorney Help You Understand the SSD Programs
Social Security Disability is made up of two programs, each with a specific purpose and guidelines. Both programs use the same medical standards for disability. So, the primary difference between Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is how they determine eligibility:
- SSDI is based on your work history and the Social Security taxes you paid as a worker. You must have earned enough work credits to qualify.
- SSI is a needs-based program for people with limited income and resources, regardless of work history.
Your Travelers Rest Social Security Disability lawyer from our team can help you weigh your options and determine which program best fits your needs and circumstances. Occasionally, claimants can receive benefits through both programs, although this result is uncommon.
Our Travelers Rest Social Security Disability Lawyers Know the Criteria to Qualify
When considering whether your illness or injury qualifies you for Social Security Disability benefits, the Blue Book may play a role. It is the official listing of medical conditions that the Social Security Administration (SSA) considers severe enough to qualify for benefits.
Each listed condition includes detailed medical criteria you must meet based on your diagnosis. If your condition matches a listing, South Carolina Disability Determination Services might recommend approval of your claim without further evaluation.
However, if you don’t have a condition listed in the Blue Book, you could still qualify for SSDI or SSI if your condition:
- Prevents you from performing any of your previous jobs, and
- Keeps you from doing other work based on your age, education, and experience
The SSA determines qualification by assessing your residual functional capacity (RFC) through a review of your medical records and functional reports from your medical care providers. It could also ask you to attend a consultative disability exam.
How Our Lawyers Help You Navigate a Travelers Rest Social Security Disability Appeal
Many claimants receive a denial letter after submitting their initial claim for SSDI or SSI. This result is frustrating and disheartening, but all is not lost. Many applicants receive approval in the appeals process. You do not want to file another claim, so it is crucial to begin thinking about your next steps immediately.
One of our Social Security Disability attorneys can help you handle the appeals process by taking steps that include:
- Reviewing your denial letter to determine the reasons for the denial
- Meeting deadlines and handling paperwork to avoid errors that could delay your case
- Requesting reconsideration of your claim and supporting documents, a necessary first step
- Gathering and submitting strong medical evidence, including detailed records, doctor statements, and functional assessments
- Preparing you for your hearing with an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) and presenting compelling evidence to show your disability meets the necessary criteria
- Filing further appeals with the Appeals Council or federal court if needed
Generally, you only have 60 days to request reconsideration after a denial. You also have tight deadlines for each necessary step following reconsideration. It is important to contact our team as soon as possible if you receive a denial and we are not already representing you.
Talk to Our Travelers Rest Team About Your Social Security Disability Claim
Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC, provides free consultations for those who cannot work and need help with their SSDI or SSI claim. A Travelers Rest Social Security Disability lawyer from our team will prepare and file your claim or manage your appeal.
We have multiple offices, including one in Spartanburg, SC. Let us come to you to help you with your claim. Contact us now to learn more.
