Social Security Disability Lawyer in New Haven
If you’re seeking Social Security Disability benefits in New Haven, our experienced team is here to assist you. We offer free consultations to guide you through the application process and ensure all necessary documentation is in order. Let us take care of the paperwork and communication with the Social Security Administration, so you can focus on what matters most—your health and well-being.
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Rob Levine
Last Updated:
January 22, 2025
How an Experienced Social Disability Lawyer Can Help
All too often, the Social Security Administration denies valid health benefits claims or claim appeals. Sadly, the reason is typically that they know ordinary individuals are not armed with enough information to successfully appeal the claim. They know that by stalling you and putting up roadblocks, you will most likely give up on the claim. The truth is, the Social Security Administration rejects more claims than they approve.
A New Haven social security disability lawyer at Rob Levine Law will fight for the rights you have paid for and earned.
Have You Been Denied SSDI or SSI?
Don’t give up when you get denied. Our New Haven disability lawyers can put you on the road to getting it approved. We:
- Deal directly with the SSA
- Handle all of your paperwork and negotiations
- Stand with you every step of the way to get your claim approved
Whether your case involves an original claim or an appeal, we will fight to get you the benefits you deserve under the law. You’ve worked hard and paid into the system for your benefits. We’ll make sure that you get what is owed to you.
Contact Our New Haven Social Security disability lawyer today! We are available around the clock for a free phone consultation, and we’re ready to go to work for you.
FAQs About Your SSDI Case
What is a compassionate allowance?
In order to decrease the decision time for a claim, the SSA has identified a list of conditions that have already met their standards for disability benefits. This initiative was created to help those with serious disabilities by simplifying the process. There are two ways your condition will qualify you for benefits under the CAL Initiative.
- If you have a listed illness or disease that is the same as listed in the schedule of diseases listed on the SSA website, you may automatically qualify for benefits.
- If your disability has the same signs and symptoms as a disease listed on the schedule under the CAL Initiative, then you may qualify for benefits as well.
Can I receive SSI and SSDI benefits at the same time?
In order to receive concurrent benefits, there are going to be two separate tests. The standard to receive benefits medically is the same in both programs. The difference between the two programs is your work history and income level. In order to qualify for SSDI, you must have worked for the last five years and paid into the Social Security system. If you qualify for SSDI and your monthly compensation is less than the maximum amount, currently $783, you could be eligible under the SSI program. Remember, you must qualify for each one individually. In order to qualify for SSI, you must not have income greater than the maximum nor can your net worth be greater than $3,000. This looks at both your income and your household income. For example, if you were receiving $500 for SSDI, you could qualify for $283 under the SSI program.
Why do I need a lawyer to help me apply for SSDI?
Hiring an attorney to help you with your Social Security Disability application is beneficial as it can decrease the length of time it takes for you to get an approval. Their experience in these cases allows them to know what information and documentation you need to receive the maximum amount of benefits.
What happens if my SSDI claim has been denied?
There are two reasons for the denial. The first is that the SSA indicates that you are not qualified for either the SSDI or the SSI program, or both. This is based on your work history, your household income, and your net worth. Generally, unless you believe they are making an error as to what you paid into the social security system or your income level, this is not something that attorneys generally appeal. The second is that the SSA determines that you are not medically qualified for benefits–meaning they believe that you are able to perform gainful employment or your medical condition doesn’t qualify. This could be grounds for appeal. There are four levels of appeal at the administrative or agency level. In order of application, you begin by filing an initial claim. You then file for reconsideration, you then go before an administrative law judge for a hearing, and finally, you can appeal the administrative law judge’s decision before the appeals council. You can be approved or denied at any of those four levels. After you have exhausted all four agency levels, you can either start your application over and remain at the administrative level by filing a new initial claim. Or, you can file an appeal by the appeals counsel leaving the agency level and appealing to the federal district court.
If I don’t have enough work history, or any at all, can I still receive benefits?
Although you may not be able to receive SSDI benefits, you can still apply for Supplemental Security Insurance. Since this is a program based on financial need, you can qualify for these benefits if you do not exceed the Social Security Administration’s limit for income and/or assets.
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