Social Security Disability Attorneys in Pensacola, Florida
When most people think of the Social Security system, they picture the money that is paid out in their retirement years. But what if you are unable to work that long? According to the Social Security Administration, a 20-year-old worker has a 30 percent chance of becoming disabled before reaching retirement age.
Social Security Disability is a set of programs designed to help people who, due to physical or mental disabilities, are unable to financially support themselves. There are two different programs: Social Security Disability (SSD) is based on payments into the system through payroll taxes, and Supplement Security Income (SSI) is based only on financial need.
Unfortunately, getting approved for any type of disability payments through the Social Security Administration (SSA) isn’t a simple matter. Nationwide, roughly two-thirds of initial applications for disability are denied. Approval rates in Florida are even lower than the national average.
One of the strategies that can improve your chances of approval is having a qualified disability attorney guide your application or appeal. If you live in the Pensacola area and need to file for Social Security disability or have received a notice of denial, find out how we can help. At Byron A. Lassiter & Associates, P.C., we have the experience and resources available to advocate for your interests. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.
Qualifying for Social Security Disability
The initial test for determining whether or not you qualify for Social Security disability involves two steps. First, you must satisfy a work requirement if you are applying for SSDI. This requirement varies depending on the time you became disabled, your age, and your work history. Second, you must prove that you are disabled according to the SSA’s standards.
When to File for Social Security Disability
You can file for Social Security disability benefits as soon as you become disabled. You will need to establish that your disability will last at least 12 months, but you don’t have to wait that long before filing your claim. The SSA will also accept your claim if your condition is shown to be life-threatening.
Millions of people rely upon the Social Security Administration to pay Social Security Disability benefits, which are based upon money withheld from wage earners while they were working. Getting access to these important government programs, including Medicare as well as monthly cash benefits, isn’t always as simple as it should be. If YOU are denied benefits on initial claim, or application, it may take more than a year just to get your case reviewed. Even worse, if your case is not properly prepared, your claim may be denied again, even after the lengthy wait. If your case is important to you, it is too important to not be prepared to win.
Experienced Guidance for Social Security Disability Applications
You may be entitled to Social Security disability benefits if you are unable to work due to a lasting physical or mental disability. Byron A. Lassiter & Associates, P.C., has more than 30 years of experience helping disabled residents of the Pensacola area apply for and begin receiving disability compensation.
The attorneys and staff at Byron A. Lassiter & Associates have helped thousands of people just like you to get access to the Social Security Disability and other benefits they have been entitled to receive. Byron has earned a reputation as a top Pensacola Social Security and disability lawyer because he and his team put clients first.
Contact us today to learn more and see how we can help YOU with your case; Initial consultations are always FREE, and there are never any fees unless we WIN.
Why choose us as your Pensacola Social Security attorney?
- Byron A. Lassiter & Associates has been practicing law in Northwest Florida since 1982.
- We help hundreds of people navigate the Social Security and disability system in Pensacola and Northwest Florida every year.
- Our team can show you how to apply for Social Security disability benefits.
- Byron and his team have argued cases at every level, including the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth and Eleventh Circuits, as well as the United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida..
- Clients are our number one priority, and we make it easy to get started without any up-front costs or obligation.
We take pride in specializing only in Northwest Florida Social Security disability law. So, if you want a Pensacola social security attorney who understands what factors determine your eligibility for Social Security benefits, how judges rule in these cases, and what you can do to prepare for success during your application or appeal, get in touch with us today.
Remember, Social Security cases are backlogged, and it can take up to a year and a half for a judge to review your situation and award you the benefits you deserve. When you have the right Pensacola disability attorney on your side, you give yourself the best chance for success.
Contact Byron A. Lassiter & Associates by either calling us, or by using the form below, and schedule your FREE consultation. Take the first step towards a more secure future TODAY!