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.
Since these benefits are so important, and the process is so complex and confusing, you should consider a professional specialist to help you get approved.
What does it cost? The government has set certain rules about legal fees for Social Security cases. First, you cannot be charged a fee for any service unless you win and collect some amount of back pay. Second, there are maximum amounts that the government sets for legal fees, tied to the amount of back pay you receive. There are no upfront fees or deposits required.
During the COVID-19 crisis, Social Security is holding hearings by telephone conference call. We don't know exactly how long this will continue. However, do not let the crisis prevent you from file a new claim or appealing a recent denial.
The Forsythe Firm is now conducting free consultations by phone at (256) 799-0297. If you think you have a disability case, call us for help.
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.
Since these benefits are so important, and the process is so complex and confusing, you should consider a professional specialist to help you get approved.
What does it cost? The government has set certain rules about legal fees for Social Security cases. First, you cannot be charged a fee for any service unless you win and collect some amount of back pay. Second, there are maximum amounts that the government sets for legal fees, tied to the amount of back pay you receive. There are no upfront fees or deposits required.
During the COVID-19 crisis, Social Security is holding hearings by telephone conference call. We don't know exactly how long this will continue. However, do not let the crisis prevent you from file a new claim or appealing a recent denial.
The Forsythe Firm is now conducting free consultations by phone at (256) 799-0297. If you think you have a disability case, call us for help.
https://forsythefirm.wixsite.com/website
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The Forsythe Firm
7027 Old Madison Pike, Suite 108
Huntsville, AL 35806
CALL (256) 799-0297
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The Forsythe Firm
7027 Old Madison Pike, Suite 108
Huntsville, AL 35806
CALL (256) 799-0297
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