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Contact a Social Security lawyer in New Bedford, Massachusetts today
Are you considering applying for Social Security because of a disability? The social security disability system was designed to help those who are unable to work because of a disability. Qualifying is not always easy. That is why it is important to work with an experienced New Bedford social security attorney when you apply or appeal a case. Contact an experienced New Bedford social security attorney today to learn more. Start by filling out the form on the left.
The consequences of your SSI and SSDI application and appeal
The vast majority of the initial applicants are denied social security benefits: generally, between 65% and 70%. An experienced New Bedford social security lawyer can increase your odds of success. Your attorney should understand how to make your best case. Your attorney can also represent you on appeal. An experienced New Bedford social security lawyer will look over your file, and help you make any additions and corrections necessary to best highlight the nature of your disability. Successful claimants receive critical monthly payments from the federal government. SSI recipients can receive a monthly payment, food stamps, and potentially Medicaid to cover health care costs. SSDI recipients receive monthly payments based on the amount they paid into the system, among other factors. Also, SSDI recipients sometimes qualify for Medicare.
How much does a qualified New Bedford Social Security lawyer cost?
Although attorneys can be expensive, a social security attorney is affordable, even for someone who does not have a job. Most all Social Security lawyers work on a contingency basis: which means they only get paid if you win your case. The government limits how much a social security attorney can charge you. They are limited to charging the lesser of: 25% of the back pay awarded to you, or a maximum of $6,000. So, an attorney cannot make more than $6,000 on your case, nor can he or she make more than 25% of the back pay owed to you. Thus, if you are awarded $20,000 in back pay, generally the max you can be charged is $6,000. By filling out the questionnaire on the left, an experienced New Bedford Social Security attorney will contact you.
SSDI and SSI, which one is right for you?
There are two separate programs that provide disability benefits in the social security system. They are SSI (Supplemental Security Income) and SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance). Generally, to qualify for disability payments, you must have an injury that prevents you from working for one year or more or an injury that will result in death. Both programs pay on a monthly basis.
Do you qualify for SSDI? – Work with a Knowledgeable New Bedford Disability Insurance Attorney Soon
SSDI provides disability payments to Americans who can demonstrate a work history of paying taxes into the social security system. To qualify, you must prove (1) the existence of a disability that prevents you from working for at least one year, and (2) that you worked and paid social security taxes over the course of the previous years (the number of years depends on your age). SSDI recipients may also qualify for Medicare. Contact an experienced New Bedford SSDI lawyer now to learn more.
SSI: a welfare-based program - Contact an experienced New Bedford Disability Attorney
SSI is truly a last line of defense for those who are disabled and have no money. SSI is welfare-based, which means that it is paid out regardless of your work history (unlike SSDI). SSI recipients receive monthly checks, and may also qualify for aid from the state, food stamps, and Medicaid. Don’t wait.Contact an experienced New Bedford SSI lawyer today.
How do I apply, what can I expect?- New Bedford Disability Appeals Lawyer
You can start your application for social security online, in person, or by phone. The review process can take more than six months in some cases. You can have your case reviewed by an appeal panel if you are initially denied social security benefits.
The list below contains a few examples of the types of illnesses and injuries that have qualified previous applicants for a disability:
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Depressive Syndrome Anxiety Disorders Personality Disorders Peripheral Neuropathies Liver Damage |
Herniated Disc Severe fractures of larger bones Severe arthritis Traumatic Brain Injury Organic Mental Disorders |
Chronic heart failure Ischemic Heart Disease Recurrent Arrhythmias Congenital Heart Disease Heart Transplant |
Local SSA Office
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Social Security Administration Hastings Keith Fed Boulevard, 53 North 6th Street New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740 (866) 964-7413 |
Low Cost Hospitals
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Metromedic Walkin Medical Center 1155 Purchase Street New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740 (508) 997-2900 Gambro Health Care 524 Union Street New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740 (508) 984-7700 |
Partners Community Healthcare 566 Hawthorn Street Dartmouth, Massachusetts 02747 (508) 996-3991 Clinic In Manomet P O Box 1017 Manomet, Massachusetts 02345 (508) 224-7744 |
Hospitals
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New Bedford Rehabilitation Hospital 4499 Acushnet Avenue New Bedford, Massachusetts 02745 (508) 995-6900 Southcoast Hospitals Group 363 Highland Avenue Fall River, Massachusetts 02720 (508) 679-3131 |
Steward Saint Anne's Hospital 795 Middle Street Fall River, Massachusetts02721 (508) 674-5600 Morton Hospital, A Steward Family Hospital 88 Washington Street Taunton, Massachusetts 02780 (508) 828-7000 |
New Bedford social security lawyers clients throughout Southeastern Massachusetts, including Attleboro, Barnstable, Boston, Braintree, Brocton, Cambridge, Carver, Centerville, Chatham, Dartmouth, Fall River, Falmouth, Framingham, Franklin, Martha's Vineyard, Milford, New Bedford, Newport, Newton, North Attleboro, Norwood, Orleans, Pawtucket, Plymouth, Providence, Provincetown, Quincy, Swansea, Taunton, Wareham, West Warwick, Westerly, Weymouth, Woonsocket, Yarmouth, and other communities in Bristol County.