Chicago Social Security Disability Lawyer
If you have been unable to work due to an illness or injury, chances are you have considered applying for Social Security disability benefits. You probably have many questions about the Social Security disability programs regarding such issues as:
- Social Security disability qualifications and eligibility
- Social Security disability laws and regulations
- Filing a claim for disability benefits
- Appealing a denied disability claim
- Preparing for a disability hearing
- Evidence of total disability
- How to avoid delays in your SSD case
- When disabled children reach age 18
- Information for medical and social services professionals
Located in Des Plaines, Illinois, the law firm of Jeffrey A. Rabin & Associates, Ltd., proudly serves Social Security disability claimants in the Chicagoland region and nationwide. Our five Chicago-area offices in Des Plaines, Libertyville, Winfield, Joliet, and Chicago make us accessible to clients throughout our region. We understand that you are struggling, and that you have many questions about the SSD claims and appeals processes.
We have created this page to answer some of the questions you may have about Social Security disability. However, because each individual's situation is unique, we urge you to contact us so we can be of greater assistance to you with the issues involved in your disability claim. There is no fee for a consultation with our staff.
Social Security Disability Defined
The Social Security Administration (SSA) administers two separate and distinct federal income support programs for people who are disabled:
Social Security Disability Eligibility
There are differences in the eligibility requirements for these two programs. However, for both disability programs, you must be able to prove that you have a medically determinable medical impairment that has caused the inability to do any substantial gainful activity for a period that has lasted, or is expected to last, at least 12 months.
FICA Withholding
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program is paid for by the contributions of workers, employers and the self-employed through the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA). The SSI program, on the other hand, is funded by general federal taxes. You need not have contributed through FICA in order to be eligible for the SSI program but you must meet strict income and asset limitations.
Social Security Disability Laws
The Social Security disability programs provide income support for the disabled and are administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). As such, all aspects of the program are regulated by statute, including eligibility requirements, the type of program for which you qualify, and the type of insurance you are entitled to, depending on whether you meet the requirements for SSDI or SSI.
For some law firms, SSDI and SSI claims are marginal parts of their practice. At the law firm of Jeffrey A. Rabin & Associates, Ltd., however, it is our practice. We focus on securing assistance for our clients who are in need of SSDI or SSI benefits. Our attorneys are also experienced in assisting veterans pursue veterans benefits to which they are entitled.
If you need a Social Security disability lawyer to assist you at any stage of the process, we can help. Even if you have a claim that has been denied, our team can assist you with your Social Security disability appeal. Contact us for further information.
