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If you cannot work because of an injury or illness, you may be able to seek income replacement and medical benefits through the Social Security Administration. However, obtaining these benefits is not always easy: the majority of SSA applications are initially denied and appealing them can be complicated. For help in acting on your rights, call Zamler, Shiffman & Karfis for a no-obligation, confidential case review with a Michigan Social Security lawyer.

Social Security Disability Challenges

The stakes are high when you are disabled and wrongfully denied Social Security Disability (SSD) Benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Many families depend on this source of income to provide food and shelter, so a denial can be devastating. Unfortunately, many Americans do not realize that they are entitled to Social Security benefits and take no for an answer. 

Whether you were denied Social Security benefits or you are planning to apply for benefits, the top-rated disability lawyers at Zamler, Shiffman & Karfis are here to help. We have a team of skilled attorneys with decades of combined experience, and are ready to help you with your initial application or an appeal.

How Do I Know If I Am Eligible For Social Security Disability Benefits?

If you worked for a certain amount of time and paid taxes during that time, you may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. You must also have a disability that meets the Social Security Administration's requirements, meaning that your medical condition limits your ability to walk, stand, lift, and sit for at least twelve months. 

The Social Security Disability website lists all the medical conditions that qualify for benefits. Among them are chronic heart failure, early-onset Alzheimer's disease, and certain types of cancer. When you apply, the SSA will determine whether your medical condition prevents you from performing any gainful activity. If it does, you will likely be found disabled.

How Do I Know If I Am Eligible For Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

Supplemental security income may be available to disabled adults and children with limited resources. SSI may also be available to adults 65 and older without disabilities who meet the financial limits. Both Social Security Disability benefits and Supplemental Security Income may be available to you depending on your work history.

What if My Application for Social Security Disability Benefits is Denied?

If you have been denied disability benefits, you should consult with an experienced lawyer. Your appeal must be filed within 60 days of receiving the notice of denial, and a Social Security lawyer can help you present a compelling argument for why you should receive benefits. 

The SSA will often tell you why your application was rejected. However, you won't get specific tips on how to make your next application more likely to succeed. While you can appeal your denial, if you don't take the proper steps, you’re not as likely to succeed.

Review the Decision

Why was your application denied by the Social Security Administration? If it was due to a lack of medical evidence, review your documentation again. Most of the time, the SSA won't deny your application outright if you lack medical evidence; instead, they will request it. If you were denied, it is likely that you did not comply with their request for additional medical records. 

Since they review each application on a case-by-case basis, it's hard to know how much medical evidence is sufficient. A Social Security lawyer can help you figure out where you went wrong.

Confirm Your Eligibility

Do you qualify for SSDI in the first place? Often, people with disabilities are unaware of the evidence requirements for SSDI and apply when they become incapacitated. The ideal period of disability for SSDI is 12 months or more, with the exception of blind individuals. If you only need three months of medical treatment before being deemed fit to work, you will not be eligible for SSDI. There are a number of financial programs that offer disability payments, and your lawyer may be able to help you find an alternative program.

Hire a Social Security Disability Lawyer

Bringing in professional help may be your best option when your first attempt fails. Having a lawyer review your application thoroughly can help you address any deficiencies and increase your chances of being approved upon appeal. 

Many times, a lawyer is called in only when an applicant's disability claim has been denied and they need to appeal. Many of these denials could have been accepted if the claimants had hired experienced attorneys from the start. Social Security lawyers don't just handle appeals; they can also help you prepare and submit your initial application, giving it the best chance of success. 

Zamler, Shiffman & Karfis has a team of Social Security Disability lawyers that work tirelessly to make sure that our clients, who are already living with a disabling condition, do not suffer a major blow in the form of a denied benefits application. In order for them to focus on their recovery, we fight to ensure that they receive the financial support they need.

Why Choose Zamler, Shiffman & Karfis to Handle Your Social Security Claim?

When it comes to Social Security Disability (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, denials are practically routine, even with legitimate claims. 

At Zamler, Shiffman & Karfis, we have the medical, vocational, and legal resources to challenge these denials. With more than 50 years' experience and countless appeals behind us, our attorneys know how to convince the Social Security Administration that our clients' claims are legitimate. With the facts and the law on our side, we will fight for the benefits you deserve.

Get a Free Consultation From a Michigan Social Security Lawyer

With a disability, navigating the world can be incredibly challenging, both personally and professionally. Denial of Social Security Disability benefits only makes things worse. 

Over the past 50 years, we have helped many disabled clients throughout Michigan to recover the benefits they need to cover their living costs and medical care.. You only pay us if we recover benefits for you. Click the button below to schedule your free consultation.

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