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Has the quality of your life suffered because of a disability? Are you now unable to work because of your disability? You may qualify for social security disability benefits. By working with an experienced Thousand Oaks, California social security attorney, you can increase your chances of receiving disability payments from the federal government. You can contact an experienced Thousand Oaks social security disability attorney by filling out the form on the left. You are under absolutely no obligation merely by filling out the form.

The difference between winning your SSI or SSDI claim and losing it

The vast majority of the initial applicants are denied social security benefits: generally, between 65% and 70%. By working with an experienced Thousand Oaks social security lawyer, you can increase your chances of success because you will be working with someone who understands the criteria that the review board is looking for. The difference between winning your social security claim and losing your social security claim are often dramatic. For example, without an alternative source of income, and without the ability to work (due to disability), many people face homelessness and hunger..The relief provided by the monthly payments from SSI and SSDI claims provide a necessary security blanket. In some cases, claimants may be entitled to medical care through the Medicaid or Medicare systems.

How much does a qualified Thousand Oaks Social Security lawyer cost?

If you think you can’t afford a social security attorney, think again. They’re not as expensive as you probably think.Most all Social Security lawyers work on a contingency basis: which means they only get paid if you win your case. Statutorily, social security attorneys can only make the following: the smaller amount of (1) 25% of back pay awarded to you, or (2) $6,000 total. The social security administration has to approve the amount of the attorney fees at the time you are awarded your benefits. By filling out the questionnaire on the left, an experienced Thousand Oaks Social Security attorney will contact you.

Learning about the SSI and SSDI programs

Two separate social security programs provide disability payments to injured people: SSI and SSDI (Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance). To earn disability payments under either one, you must suffer from an injury that (1) prevents you from working for a year or more, or (2) will result in death. Short-term injuries are not covered by the social security system.

SSDI - Contact an experienced Thousand Oaks Disability Insurance Attorney Now

To qualify for SSDI monthly payments, you must establish a work history of paying into social security as well as a qualifying disability. So, not everyone qualifies for the SSDI program. Those who receive disability payments under SSDI may also qualify for Medicare coverage. Contact an experienced Thousand Oaks SSDI lawyer to learn about your options.

  Supplemental Security Income (SSI) – Talk to an experienced Thousand Oaks Disability Attorney  

If you have no or too little work history, are disabled, and make below a certain threshold of money, you may qualify for SSI. SSI, or Supplemental Security Income, is a welfare-based program. The benefits are paid out of general tax revenues and are not contingent on your work history. The monthly benefit provides a basic amount, which may be enhanced by your state. You may also qualify for food stamps and Medicaid. You can contact an experienced Thousand Oaks SSI attorney by filling out the questionnaire on the left.

Application to Appeal: the process - Thousand Oaks Disability Appeal Lawyer

To apply for social security, you can start online, in person, or by calling the social security administration directly. The government can take upward of six months to review your case. If denied, you can appeal the decision. You may have an attorney represent you at the appeal.

    The following are a few examples of the types of injuries and illnesses that have previously qualified as a disability:

    

Nearest Local SSI Office

Thousand Oaks Hospitals
 

If you do not have any healthcare insurance or any other ability to pay, there are facilities that probably will treat you in Thousand Oaks They are:
 

Thousand Oaks  Social Security Lawyers serve client throughout Southwestern California, including Agoura Hills, Beverly, Calabasas, Camarillo, Carpinteria, Channel Island Beach, Culver City, El Rio, Fillmore, Marina del Rey, Moorpark, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, San Fernando, Santa Clarita, Santa Monica, Santa Paula, Saticoy, Simi Valley, So mis, Summerland, Thousand Oaks, Ventura, West Hollywood, areas in the vicinity of Naval Base Ventura, and other communities in Ventura County.