To be eligible for SSDI, you must have a long-term condition that prevents you from working, lasting or expected to last at least 12 months. Additionally, your monthly income must not exceed $1000. Eligibility also hinges on "work credits," meaning applicants must have worked consistently for approximately five to ten years while paying Social Security taxes.

Once your eligibility for SSDI is determined, you need to submit a well-prepared application with all necessary documentation. The Social Security Administration (SSA) will review your application to decide whether to approve or deny benefits. Many applications are denied due to errors or incomplete information, even if the applicant is otherwise qualified. In such cases, consulting our attorneys can be crucial for appealing the decision.

The denial notice you receive after filing a claim will include a summary of the medical condition involved, the impairments assessed, the medical and non-medical records reviewed, and the reason for the denial. Our Social Security disability lawyers emphasize to clients that a denied claim does not mean that benefits are permanently out of reach.

The SSA rejects many SSDI claims, often because the claimant did not provide sufficient medical evidence to support the need for supplemental income. An SSD lawyer can review the denial notice and assist in gathering the necessary evidence to reestablish the client's eligibility.

An initial denial of your Social Security claim does not mean you have no chance of receiving benefits. If your ability to earn income has been affected by an injury, we may be able to assist you. Please fill out our free case review form to get in touch with our Social Security disability attorneys today.