Indianapolis Social Security Disability Lawyer Practice Areas
The social security safety net is not as comforting as it may seem. Although social security disability benefits may be very helpful for disabled workers in need of financial assistance, claiming these benefits is rarely a simple task. In fact, studies show that at least 7 out of every 10 applicants for social security disability benefits are initially denied.
While the reasons behind social security claim denials are varied, one thing is clear – the assistance of an Indianapolis social security disability lawyer is invaluable to a disabled worker.
Social Security Disability – How We Can Help
When you are hurt or sick to the point of being unable to work, the last thing you want is to have your social security disability payments delayed or denied. An Indianapolis social security lawyer from the Charles D. Hankey Law Office can help you through the entire disability benefits claims and appeals process. We handle:
Qualifying for Social Security Disability Benefits
To be eligible for social security disability benefits, you must be suffering from “total disability.” Unlike many other government programs, social security defines disability in terms of a person's ability to perform work. Total disability is defined as:
- An inability to perform work that the person did before
- An inability to adjust to other work due to injury, illness, or other medical condition
- A disability expected to last a minimum of one year or result in death
An Indianapolis social security disability lawyer can help you determine if you fit these criteria and are eligible for coverage.
It is also important to note that social security disability payments do not start until you have been disabled for at least five full months. In other words, you are ineligible for benefits until the sixth month of your disability.
Contact Us
Whether you are looking for assistance to file a social security disability claim or are interested in appealing a previously denied claim, the
Indianapolis social security disability attorneys of the Charles D. Hankey Law Office are here to help.
Call (317) 634-8565 today to learn more.