Our Johns Creek Social Security Disability lawyers at Bader Scott Injury Lawyers understand what it takes to get benefits if you are hurt or sick and cannot work. We know how the Social Security Disability (SSD) claims process works and how to navigate an appeal after a denial.
A Johns Creek personal injury lawyer from our law firm can help you prepare your SSD claim or fight a denial. We have represented over 10,000 injured Georgians, and we can help you, too. Contact us today for a free initial consultation.
How Our Johns Creek Attorneys Can Help With Your SSD Claim
At Bader Scott, we win big for our clients, with over $30 million recovered. We fight to help our clients get their lives back after serious injuries or illnesses.
Choosing our personal injury law firm means never paying anything upfront because we work based on contingency fees. We only get paid when our clients do. We can explain this process to you in a way you can understand during your initial consultation with our team.
Our clients work directly with their attorneys instead of a case manager or another middleman. You can expect regular updates, direct answers to your questions, and the full attention of your legal team when working on your case.
For a free legal consultation with a social security disability lawyer serving Johns Creek, call (404) 888-8888
Your Johns Creek Lawyer Will Determine Which Social Security Disability Program is Best for You
When you come to Bader Scott, you may not know which SSD program you qualify for. Our personal injury attorneys can help. To determine whether you should apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), your lawyer will review:
- Your work history: SSDI requires you to have paid into Social Security through your job, while SSI is available for people with limited or no work history.
- Your income and resources: SSI is a needs-based program for individuals with little income and few assets. SSDI also has income limits.
- Your medical condition: You will need proof of a disabling medical condition that prevents you from working to qualify for SSDI. Individuals who are disabled, blind, or over age 65 may qualify for SSI.
A Johns Creek SSD attorney from our team can assess your qualifications and help you choose the best program based on your situation. Occasionally, some people could qualify for both programs. To learn more, contact Bader Scott today.
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Our Johns Creek Attorneys Know How They Evaluate Your Disability
In most cases, you will need medical evidence to show you have a qualifying disability to prove your eligibility for SSD benefits. One way to do this is to prove you have a serious condition included in the Social Security Administration’s Listing of Impairments (Blue Book). This requires:
- Having an official diagnosis: Your condition must match the specific criteria outlined for your diagnosis in the Blue Book.
- Meeting severity and duration criteria: The impairment must be severe enough to prevent you from performing any substantial gainful activity (SGA) and be expected to last for at least 12 months or result in your death.
- Providing medical evidence: You must provide sufficient medical records that clearly show your condition meets the listing’s requirements.
What if I Don’t Meet the Criteria in the Blue Book?
If your condition is not in the Blue Book or you do not meet the criteria for your condition, you may still qualify for benefits through a residual functional capacity (RFC) assessment. This process evaluates your ability to perform work-related activities despite your impairments. This includes assessing:
- Physical abilities: Can you lift, sit, stand, or walk for long enough to perform a job?
- Cognitive capabilities: Can you concentrate, follow instructions, and perform tasks required for a job?
- Past work or other work: Can you perform any previous job or adjust to other work with your limitations?
If your RFC shows you cannot work any job you might qualify for (considering your age, education, and abilities), you may receive approval for Social Security Disability benefits.
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Rely on Our Johns Creek Social Security Disability Attorneys to Fight Your Denial
If you receive a denial of your initial Social Security Disability claim, you generally have 60 days to appeal, according to the Social Security Administration (SSA). Before filing the appeal, you should first understand why the SSA did not approve the claim.
When you receive a denial, you should:
- Review the denial letter: To get approved through the appeals process, you must understand the reason for the denial. It could be because of insufficient medical evidence, missing documentation, or not meeting technical requirements like work history or income limits.
- Consider requesting a reconsideration: Reconsideration is the first step of the appeals process. During reconsideration, a different SSA representative will review your claim and medical evidence again to see if the previous reviewer missed something. If they still deny your claim, you can request an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) review.
- Contact our team: A Johns Creek SSD lawyer from our team can help you understand why the SSA denied your initial application, request reconsideration, gather additional evidence, and represent you throughout the appeals process. We know how this process works and what to expect at every step.
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How Our Social Security Disability Attorneys Work for Johns Creek Residents
Our experienced disability attorneys can help you prepare, file, or appeal a denial of your SSDI or SSI claim. We will ensure your claim is complete and accurate and that you have strong medical evidence in your file to support your request for benefits.
We can also manage the appeals process if the SSA denies your claim. We understand the common mistakes that could delay or derail your case, such as failing to meet deadlines.
Discuss Your Johns Creek Disability Claim With Our Team
Bader Scott provides free consultations for those who need help with the SSD application process or an appeal. We will assess your options and discuss how a Johns Creek Social Security Disability lawyer from our team can help. Contact us today to learn more.
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