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Don’t Wait Any Longer! Clovis, California Social Attorneys Can Help You Today

Does a disability make it difficult to find or keep a job? The Social Security disability program was implemented to assist Americans unable to work due to a disability. Qualifying for Social Security can be complicated. It is, therefore, extremely beneficial to work with an experienced Clovis Social Security lawyer when you apply for Social Security or appeal a Social Security benefits determination. Give yourself the best chance of qualifying for Social Security disability benefits by working with an experienced Clovis social security attorney today. Fill out the form on the webpage.
 

Your SSI or SSDI Application: Get it Right the First Time
 

Roughly 65 – 75% of first-time applicants are denied Social Security benefits. The success of your Social Security claim often hinges on whether you effectively laid out the best argument for your disability to the review board. Clovis social security attorneys have experience and knowledge on how to present your case most effectively. By working with a lawyer, you do not have to second-guess whether you are characterizing your disability in the most effective way possible. If you win your Social Security claim, you will be entitled to a monthly benefit payment from the US government. In many cases, you can also qualify for state and/or federal assistance with medical care. For example, SSDI claimants can apply for and potentially qualify for Medicare benefits, while SSI claimants may qualify for Medicaid benefits.
 

I don’t have any money! How do I pay a skilled Clovis, California Social Security lawyer?
 

Believe it or not, just about anyone can afford a Social Security attorney. Unlike many other types of lawyers, Social Security lawyers do not require you to pay big out of pocket expenses. Social security attorneys are generally paid according to a strict fee schedule on a contingency basis. This means they can only be paid if they prevail in your claim. That makes sense because claimants often are not able to afford an attorney with the money they have. Your social security lawyer is limited in how much he or she can charge you. The federal government has capped attorney fees in Social Security cases at 25% of your back pay, up to a total of $6,000. Even then, the government has to approve the final award of attorney fees. So, a claimant is always getting a fair deal. Don’t wait. To contact an experienced Clovis Social Security lawyer today and start the ball rolling on your Social Security claim all you have to do is fill out the form on the webpage.
 

Educate Yourself: The difference between SSDI and SSI
 

The US Government created Social Security for a number of reasons. Among them was the goal of providing benefits to Americans who are unable to work due to an injury. In order to qualify for Social Security, the injury must prevent the person from working for at least one year. There are two different programs that give rise to disability payments under the Social Security System: SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) and SSI (Supplemental Security Income). While both programs provide relief to injured Americans, they are, in fact, quite different from each other.
 

1.    How is disability defined in Clovis, California? - In order to receive Social Security disability benefits, you must meet the Social Security Administration's
        standard for disability.
        a.    The term disability is defined as being unable to engage in “substantial gainful activity” [SGA] due to a of a physical or mental impairment which has lasted
                - or is expected to last - for a minimum of 12 months, or is expected to result in death.
2.    Is working in Clovis, California a factor in obtaining Social Security disability benefits? - If you are working in Clovis and the work meets the definition of
       substantial gainful activity, you are considered able to work and, therefore, you are not disabled and would not qualify for Social Security disability benefits.
       In 2012, if you earn more than $1010 per month (after taxes), you are probably not eligible for Social Security, unless there special circumstances exist.
3.    Do You Have a Severe Impairment? - In order to be considered severely impaired, you must have a medical problem that significantly limits your physical or
       mental ability to perform basic work activities. The impairment must be expected to last for 12 months or result in death.
4.    Does Your Medical Condition Match One of SSA’s Listed Impairments? - The Social Security Administration (SSA) has promulgated a list of medical conditions
        ["Listing of Impairments."] of such great severity that the SSA considers people who with the conditions disabled;
        1.    If your condition is not included in the SSA's Listing of Impairments, you have to ask yourself the following question in regard to obtaining Social Security
               Disability Benefits:
               1.  Am I able to do the same type of work I was able to do before the onset of the disability? - If the SSA determines that you are able to continue doing the same
                    work as you did before your medical condition you may have difficulty proving eligibility. The measure of how capable you are at doing your job after the
                   onset of your disability as opposed to before the onset of the disability is called the Residual Functional Capacity (RFC). In determining your eligibility for
                   benefits, the SSA compares your current RFC with the physical and mental demands of your past jobs. If you are physically and mentally able to do a job that
                   you have held within the last fifteen years, then SSA considers you "not disabled." If you are not able to perform any of your past jobs,
                   then ask yourself:
5.    Despite Your Medical Condition, Can You Do Other Work? - If you are unable to perform work similar to what you have done in the past, then the SSA will
       determine whether you are able to perform other types of work rather than collect benefits.
 

Can Children in Clovis, California Qualify for Disability Benefits? Yes, but What is the Criteria?
 

Financially, needy children under age 18 who have serious medical conditions may be eligible for Children's SSI. A child is disabled for SSI if the child is not working and earning more than the SGA level and has a medical condition or combination of conditions that cause "marked and severe functional limitations." Medical evidence documenting the child's medical condition is essential.
 

Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) – Contact a Knowledgeable Clovis, California Disability Insurance Lawyer Now
 

You must establish a work history of paying into social security as well as a qualifying disability to qualify for SSDI monthly payments. So, not everyone qualifies for the SSDI program. If you receive disability payments under SSDI you may also qualify for Medicare coverage. Contact an experienced Clovis SSDI attorney to learn whether your situation qualifies you for some Social Security benefit.
 

The Federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Program –Clovis, California Disability Lawyers Are Here to Help

The SSI system provides monthly payments, of a minimum amount, to disabled Americans. These benefits are paid regardless of whether the disabled person had previously paid into the Social Security system. Although the benefit payments are generally lower under SSI than SSDI, the funds help those who critically need it. Successful SSI claimants may also qualify for Medicaid. Fill out the form on the site to contact an experienced Clovis SSI attorney and begin the process to get the benefits you need to live.
 

From Application to Appeal: The Social Security Process - Clovis, California Social Security Disability Appeals Law Firms
 

To apply for Social Security, you can start an application online, in person, or by calling the social security administration directly. The process can take upward of six months to review your case. If you are denied benefits, you can appeal your case. Call a Clovis Social Security lawyer today to discuss the merits of your appeal.
 

Below is a list of some of the illnesses and injuries that have qualified for a disability under Social Security:
 

Local SSA Office of Clovis, CA
 

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Clovis social security attorneys serve clients throughout Central California, including Atwater, Chowchilla, Clovis, Dos Palos, Firebaugh, Fresno, Gustine, Hanford, Kerman, Kingsburg, Lemoore, Los Banos, Madera, Mendota, Merced, Newman, Orosi, Raisin City, Reedley, Sanger, Selma, Tranquility, Visalia, areas in the vicinity of Fresno Air Terminal, and other communities in Fresno County.