Social Security Disability -

How Can We Help

It’s always a good time to secure legal representation for your Social Security disability claim. We represent clients with disabilities in all fifty states. The Finn Firm New York law office can help anyone with an SSDI or SSI claim regardless of where you are located. Whether you need assistance with your initial application, representation at the reconsideration level, or an in need of an attorney for an administrative hearing, we are here to help. Let us review your file and assess your eligibility for SSDI or SSI. Our legal team can support you in building your case and obtaining benefits as swiftly as possible.

According to the Social Security Act, to be found disabled you must have a “medically determinable impairment” that has already lasted or is expected to last for a continuous period of not less than 12 months or is expected to result in death; Prevents you from being able to perform past relevant work; and; Prevents you from being able to perform any other substantial gainful work that exists in the economy in significant numbers, considering your age, education and work experience. If you have become disabled and are no longer able to work in the same capacity as before your illness or injury, you need the assistance of an experienced Social Security Disability attorney.

IF YOU HAVE BEEN DENIED SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS WE CAN HELP

Many claimants are disappointed to find their claims are quickly denied by the Social Security Administration once their application is submitted. In fact, more than 60% of Social Security applications are denied, forcing those individuals to file an appeal. This is where we can help.

The amount of disability you may receive varies depending on a number of factors, such as your work history and your eligibility for other benefits.

The Social Security Administration uses your average indexed monthly earnings, along with your primary insurance amount, to complete its formula for calculating benefits. Your average indexed monthly earnings are your adjusted lifetime earnings. Adjustments are made to account for increases you have received over time to ensure any disability awards increase as well.

The primary insurance amount is the base figure of benefits. Three different numbers, which vary from year to year, are used to calculate this figure.

Workers’ compensation benefits and other types of benefits may offset your Social Security disability.

Once your benefits have been calculated, you may be eligible for back pay.

There is a five-month waiting period for benefits once you have been approved; therefore, it is important to start your application as soon as possible.

LEGAL ASSISTANCE IN APPEALING AN SSDI DENIAL

If your claim for Social Security disability has been denied, you may have to attend a hearing in front of a Judge. Whether your appeal is granted or not largely depends on how well prepared you are and how the Judge views your claim. Therefore, it is important to have one of our skilled Social Security disability lawyers by your side. We are experienced in Social Security claims and know the evidence and documentation you need for success in your hearing. For your convenience, the hearings are held virtually so you do not have the inconvenience of having to travel from you home.

Legal fees are paid by SSA, on a contingency when the case is concluded, and all fees are approved by SSA. It costs you nothing to retain the services of the Finn Firm on your SSDI and SSI claims.