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Bronx Social Security Disability Lawyers
Bronx NY Social Security Disability Information
Social security disability benefits exist to support those who are unable to work because of a debilitating injury or health condition. To prove eligibility for benefits you will need to provide medical proof, laboratory findings and a definitive explanation of your inability to work. A Bronx social security disability attorney will be able to guide you through what can be an extensive and complex process.
Disabilities can be long-term or short-term. But in order to be covered by the Social Security Disability Act (SSDA), a disability must meet these qualifications:
- It must be a mental or physical impairment
- It must be medically verifiable
- It must result in death
- The disability must last for more than one year
- It must affect the recipient's inability to work
Proving these qualifications can be complicated. Having a skilled Bronx social security disability lawyer on your side increases your chances of success.
There are two kinds of benefits regulated by the Social Security Disability Act:
- Social Security Disability (SSD) - This type of benefit depends on work history. Disabled applicants applying for SSD coverage must have worked at least five of the last 10 years. Younger applicants will have to meet different requirements depending on their situation and work experience.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - Applicants must be disabled and in a low-income family. It does not matter if the applicant worked in the past. Children of low-income families that are disabled may file for SSI benefits.
Each case is different and unique. The requirements that need to be met by an applicant depend on the disability, work history, income level and the type of assistance sought.
Disability benefits are only given to applicants who meet all of the requirements. Proving your inability to work and the severity of your disability is crucial to a successful application process. You may require the assistance of a medical professional and a Bronx social security disability attorney to make sure that you meet all the eligibility requirements. An experienced Bronx disability lawyer will also ensure that no mistakes are made during the application process and that all your legal rights are preserved.
The Bronx social security disability attorneys at Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro & Halperin, LLP have a long history of protecting the rights of the disabled. We understand how important it is to receive the financial support you need and rightfully deserve. Our attorneys treat all cases with a high degree of integrity, commitment and sensitivity. Call us today at 212-986-7353 for a free and comprehensive consultation.
