Don’t Go It Alone – Information You NEED To Know About Social Security Disability

Most people don’t anticipate that they will suffer an injury or illness that prevents them from working. This often causes confusion and distress for anyone who depends on their paycheck to support their family. If you are unable to work as a result of a mental or physical illness, you probably feel angry, hurt, and discouraged.

However, there is no need to wage this battle alone. We are here to help you by providing answers to your important questions, and can guide you through the process of applying for Social Security Disability benefits.

Our Disability Claim Lawyers in San Antonio Represent claimants for Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

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You may be reading this because you would like to apply for social security disability or maybe because your San Antonio disability claim was denied. There is some important information that you need regarding your San Antonio disability claim to ensure that you receive the best help in obtaining your monthly income and health insurance benefits.

Do I need an attorney to help me win these benefits?

Our disability claim lawyers in San Antonio help people dealing with all aspects of a disability claim, including:

• A person who needs help applying for Social Security Disability benefits through the government;
• A person who has been denied after applying for Social Security Disability benefits;
• A person who is waiting for a hearing to be scheduled.

Whatever your situation or individual needs, hiring a skilled San Antonio disability claim lawyer would significantly increase your chances for success, whether you are applying for Social Security disability (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or both.

You wouldn’t try to treat your own broken leg, so why try to navigate the complicated world of a disability claim alone?

One of our San Antonio disability lawyers can help you file the application or claim, point out specific medical records to the examiner, handle the denial on your behalf, file an appeal for you, get and submit your medical records, ask your doctor to fill out a questionnaire for the judge, attend hearings, point out specific sections of your medical records to the judge and provide you with additional options you may not have known about.

Our disability claim lawyers in San Antonio offer materials to help educate their clients and the community so that they can be knowledgeable and proactive during their claim process. We help those who are trying to obtain benefits from Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

It’s important to understand the difference between Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), and Social Security Income (SSI). Let’s take a look at the difference between Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

What is Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)?

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a governmental program that provides monthly income and health insurance to persons who have worked and paid into the social security system (via FICA taxes), but are no longer able to work due to either a physical or mental disability. Once approved, the disabled person receives monthly payments from the government, along with health insurance.

However, in order to receive these SSDI benefits, a person must be unable to work at ANY job for at least 12 months, including a job that may pay less than the person’s current or prior job.

To apply for SSDI, you must be 18 years old, and have medical records to support your claim that you are unable to work.

What is Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

Similar to SSDI, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is also government program that provides benefits to people that cannot work because of a physical or mental ailment. However, unlike SSDI, an applicant must also demonstrate financial need. Therefore, SSI applicants must report all of their income and assets to the Social Security Administration. Persons who have more than about $700 per month in income, or own considerable assets will probably NOT qualify for SSI – However, there are some exceptions. To find out if you qualify, Call one of our SSI Claim Lawyers in San Antonio for a FREE, no obligation consultation. Our SSI claim lawyers can help you determine whether or not you should apply for SSI benefits, SSDI benefits, or perhaps both.

What sets Barrus Injury Lawyers apart from other attorneys and non-attorney representatives in San Antonio and South Texas?

Disability law is a major part of what we do, its not just something we dabble in from time to time. We have years of experience in helping people with disabilities obtain benefits, and we are very familiar with the Social Security Administration’s procedures, including the barrage of “red-tape” claimants face during the application process. Furthermore, we understand the many different reasons that render people unable to work, and can help present a solid case for the receipt of disability benefits. Here are some other reasons why we are different:

1. We take calls from our clients when they call in. If one of our clients has a question and calls us, that client will usually leave the call with an answer to the question. This is because our staff of disability claim attorneys and case managers is always ready to answer calls and emails. Additionally, our office staff is specifically trained in Social Security Disability law and procedures, and have access to your information, which allows them to quickly answer questions when you call.
2. We Make Our Clients Part of Our Team. We form a team with our clients, working together with them to achieve results. The more we learn about our clients and their disabilities, the better we can help them. By forming a team with our clients, we are better able to represent them before the Social Security Administration judges. Additionally, our clients are kept in the know about their claim, receiving education about the claims process, which helps them provide us with the information we need to help them. • If you need to apply, we will file the application for you. Unlike many other SSI and Disability claim lawyers, if you need to file an initial claim, our San Antonio Attorneys and staff will file your application for you via the internet. Can we help you file your application? Contact us here for a FREE consultation . or call us at (210) 593-8709 for a FREE case evaluation.
3. We Educate Our Clients. Unlike most other SSI claim lawyers in San Antonio, we provide our clients with important and helpful information about the Social Security Administration’s disability program, along with helpful information about applying for disability benefits. We also have FREE Books and Reports available for download that can help educate and guide you through the disability claims process. We provide these FREE books and reports to educate the community as to how the disability application process works. It is important to us that you know how to avoid mistakes that we have seen others make, mistakes that can ruin your claim, and have a substantial impact on the rest of your life.

Some of our FREE books and reports about Social Security Disability benefits include:

• The Five Most Frequently Asked Questions about Social Security Disability – Click here to download for FREE.
• Seven Costly Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Social Security Disability Claim– Click here to download for FREE.
• Unlocking the Mystery: The Essential Guide for Navigating the Social Security Disability Claims Process – Click here to download for FREE.

Should I hire a “National Firm,” i.e. a lawyer or non-lawyer who provides services all over the country?

We think that the answer here is NO, and here is why: We are not a national firm. In fact, we serve only Texas, and primarily South Texas. Our limited geographic service area has enormous benefits for our clients. Because we only serve a limited geographic area, our attorneys are WELL KNOWN in the hearing offices we serve, and are well known to the administrative law judges that will hear your case. Over time, our disability claim lawyers have come to know the specific styles and preferences of the administrative judges before whom your case is heard – and we can therefore adjust our presentations to them according to their preferences. When you hire a national firm, the lawyer who will present your case will likely have NO CLUE about the particular judge that will hear your case, nor will they know how to custom tailor the presentation to meet the judge’s particular preferences.

You wouldn’t hire a divorce lawyer from New York, An injury lawyer from Florida, or a real estate lawyer from California – similarly, you shouldn’t hire a disability lawyer from any of those places either. When you hire a “national firm” you are sure to get less personal attention, will likely only meet your representative on the day of the hearing, and are likely to be represented at the hearing by someone who is not an attorney, and has never appeared before your particular judge before. In our opinion, this is a recipe for disaster, and we feel that it may very well jeopardize your chances of winning. When your disability benefits are on the line, you deserve more service than almost any national firm can offer you.

Phone Appointments Available

Because many of our clients have disabilities that prevent them from easily traveling to our office, we have tools and processes in place to assist you with your claim via the telephone. In the majority of cases, work on your claim can be completed over the telephone, or by email. We know how important it is to get professional help with your disability claim, which is why we do everything in our power to make sure you get the help you need – even if that means coming to you. Our clients have repeatedly told us how much they appreciate being able to conduct business via the telephone and email.

The Key to Success – Don’t Give Up!

Statistics published by the Social Security Administration show that up to 35 of every 100 applicants give up on their claim at some point during the application process. The disability claims process is cumbersome, difficult, and full of confusing requirements that most people do not understand. This is why having a skilled disability claim lawyer in San Antonio greatly increases your odds of winning your disability claim. Don’t let the government red-tape and bureaucracy prevent you from obtaining the disability benefits you need – We are here to help you!

Call us at (210) 593-8709 for a FREE 3 Point Case Analysis at no cost or obligation to you.