Daytona Beach Social Security Disability Lawyers
Whether you suffered a terrible injury at work that's going to waylay you for at least a year, or you came down with a disease that will leave you sick and unable to work for a long time, you may qualify for Daytona Beach Social Security disability compensation to supplement your income and help you deal with the stresses (financial and otherwise) caused by this unfortunate turn of events. This article will answer some burning questions you have about social security disability and suggest a sound resource for immediate and personal answers to your questions.
Who can qualify for Daytona Beach Social Security disability?
The Social Security Act defines a compensible disability as one that prevents a person from performing "substantial gainful activity" as a result of impairment - mental or physical - that will either result in death or lead to a continuous disability of 12+ months.
How do I know whether the Social Security Administration will accept my claim?
Each case is different. The SSA will look at a wide range of factors, such as the nature of your injury, your physician's statement about your injury, and your degree of work impairment.
Are there other sources of benefits I might qualify for?
Yes. Social security disability recipients can often also collect money from Medicare, workers' compensation, Supplementary Security Income (SSI), and employer sick leave.
Can I collect all of these benefits at once?
Not necessarily. In fact, if you start collecting Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you might not qualify for additional Medicare benefits. Likewise, once you get on Social Security disability, you will have to wait two years to start collecting Medicare.
Should I wait to collect workers' compensation or sick leave benefits until later, then?
No. In fact, if you delay going after these benefits, there might be gaps in your benefit coverage.
When can I file for Daytona Beach Social Security disability?
You can file ASAP - the day you get injured or diagnosed as having a disability that qualifies for coverage under the Social Security Act. Again, don't delay making a claim, as delaying won't help your claim and may result in a gap in those crucial benefits.
How much will I get?
Your compensation amount will depend on how much you have earned to-date at your job as well as how long you have worked. Also, if you collect income from other sources, your disability benefits may be diminished.
What should I do if a claims' administrator wrongly denied my Daytona Beach Social Security disability benefits?
Connect with the skilled Florida Social Security Disability lawyers at Farah & Farah (based in Jacksonville) for a comprehensive and free consultation. The Farah & Farah team can help you hammer out a strategy and tell you how best to proceed. Your first consultation is free and totally confidential, so call today at 1-800-5333-3555. If you would like to explore more about the firm (its credentials, philosophy, and free online resources), visit www.farahandfarah.com.
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