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The COVID-19 pandemic will pass; however, it will be a very long time before life returns to normal. Unfortunately, disability doesn't wait.  For individuals out of work and with no income, getting SSDI benefits can be urgent. As of this post on 04/22/2020, Social Security offices are closed to the public.  The best ways to contact them are online at www.socialseucrity.gov or by telephone. You may still file for disability benefits either online or by telephone.  Once the local Social Security office confirms that you meet the technical details, they will send your file to the Disability Determination Service or DDS.  The DDS will pull your medical records and within 4 months will make a decision about your medical eligibility to get benefits. About 75 percent of applications are denied by the DDS, requiring an appeal to have someone at a higher level look at the claim.  Most appeals wind up before a US administrative law judge (ALJ) for a hearing. Sin...

What is the Monthly Benefit for SSDI?   The maximum benefit is currently $2,867 per month.  Your benefit may be different, depending your average lifetime wages. Can You Get SSDI While Continuing to Work ?  No, you will not qualify for a disability benefit while working and earning "substantial gainful activity" or SGA.  SGA is defined as wages or earnings of at least $1,260 per month in 2020. What if Your Benefit is Denied?   Most disability applications are denied at first.  Benefits are usually only approved after two appeals and a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge. What Type of Claims are Often Approved Quickly?   Some examples would be a claimant of advanced age who meets a blue book Listing, qualifies for a compassionate allowance, or who suffers from a terminal illness.  Cases which are not obvious disabilities often must go through the appeals process. Which Medical Impairments Can Qualify?   Any physical or ment...

The road to Social Security disability approval is often long and arduous.  It is a mistake to give up after the first denial. The Forsythe Firm may be able to help you if..... You have worked for at least 5 out of the past 10 year period. Your disabling condition has lasted or is expected to last 12 straight months. You are not able to work and do not expect to return to work within a year You have current medical treatment to prove your disability How Does a Consultation Work? When you phone us at(256) 799-0297, we will get basic information about your disability, your past work and get to understand your claim.  If needed, we will set up a free in-office consultation in Huntsville. If we agree to represent you, we assist with all paperwork, help in getting medical records and proof of your disability, appeal any unfavorable decisions and represent you before the government agency handling your claim.  If a hearing is required, your advocate will app...