ARE FEDERAL DISABIILTY PAYMENTS AN OPTION?

If you meet the following criteria, federal disability payments could be an option for you in the event of a disability that makes it impossible for you to continue full-time work.

  • You have earned enough quarters of work coverage to be "an insured worker."
  • Your disability will last at least 12 consecutive months OR is expected to end in death.
  • There is medical evidence sufficient to prove your functional limitations.
  • You are not current working at substantial gainful activity
You may apply for federal disability benefits in one of the following ways:
  • Visit or call a Social Security office.
  • Visit www.socialsecurity.gov to apply online (Benefits tab, Apply for Benefits)
  • Have your attorney or disability representative file an application for you.
On average, 70 percent of applications are denied.  A substantial percentage of denied applications, however, will be approved on appeal.  Your chances may be improved by being professionally represented, especially for the appeal.  We do not charge a fee for representation unless you are approved and receive a back pay settlement.

The Forsythe Firm in Huntsville assists individuals in applying for federal disability benefits and handling the appeals process. We are a local firm - no out of state reps to deal with. We live and work here in North Alabama.  For a free consultation, call (256) 799-0297.

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