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Social Security Disability in Tulsa, Oklahoma

According to the Social Security Administration,  just over one in four of today’s 20-year-olds will become disabled before reaching age of 67. To the untrained or inexperienced, procedures pertaining to the Social Security Administrations administrative law judge (ALJ) hearings can be intimidating, confusing and difficult to keep up with. One key benefit of having an attorney is their expertise in navigating the hearing process. Being equipped with legal representation and a sound strategy will allow you to approach your hearings with confidence.
Find your Tulsa Social Security Disability Attorney

Find help to navigate the Social Security Disability Process

Using the Tulsa Attorney Directory to enlist the advocacy of a skilled and experienced Social Security Disability attorney will significantly increase your odds of submitting a claim that will ultimately win the benefits you deserve. Attempting to navigate this process without the help of a legal professional may result in you being denied the vital support needed to have a fulfilling life.

Social Security disability benefits comes in two programs. Social Security Disability (SSDI) recipients have worked and paid into Social Security taxes, while Social Security Income (SSI) is available to disabled adults and children with a limited income. However, the process for eligibility for both programs is determined by the same process.

Preparing to Meet Your Lawyer

Cutting through the red tape is standard when applying for Social Security Disability. Being prepared may reduce the time you spend waiting to apply. The Social Security Administration has a long list of information needed from those applying for benefits. Documents you may need to provide include:

These benefits can:

Documentation

Dealing with the Social Security administration can be a long process so documentation is key. Keep detailed notes for every discussion you have. Document all phone calls with the following  information:

Having a paper-trail of this information will allow you to verify previous information commuted to you throughout the process. Something as simple as comprehensive note taking can decrease your chances of a claim denial due to miscommunication.

Appeals

The benefits of Social Security Disability offer much needed relief to the recipient. Changes in income can deeply affect you and loved one’s lives by lowering the living standard. Remember, Social Security Disability benefits are not always granted. After being denied a claim it can seem daunting and exhausting to plan an appeal. In fact, it’s better to expect that your initial claim may be denied so you are ready to quickly file an appeal. Generally speaking, if you are denied SSD benefits you can reapply for benefits by filing a new claim. You must appeal within 60 days or you will have to resubmit your claim. If your denial was within 12 months, a lawyer should be able to request your original claim be opened.

How To Plan an Appeal

Possibility to Win Back Pay

Typically the judge will set what is called the “onset date” if you win your case. The onset date is the date that is determined as when you first need to have received benefits for your disability. The onset date that is chosen will determine how much back pay you will receive. Your attorney will be able to fight to prove the earliest possible onset date so that you can receive the fullest amount of backpay due to you and your family. Those who represent themselves will have little chance of receiving a decent onset date.

Returning to Employment

There is a process to follow if you decide to return to work. First, inform the SSA that you want to attempt to go back to work. Then you will be assigned a trial period. During this period you will be able to work as many as nine months while still retaining your eligibility for Social Security disability benefits. The amount of benefits paid will be adjusted based on the amount you earn.

In most cases, if you return to work but are later unable to continue working due to the same disability, you won’t need to re-qualify for disability benefits. You will simply be placed back on SSDI, SSI, or whatever disability programs you previously qualified for. If you are able to maintain “substantial gainful activity” (SGA), then your Social Security Disability benefits end.

Find the Best Social Security Disability Lawyers in Tulsa

The road to applying for Social Security Disability and winning your case can be a difficult one. Having an Experienced Tulsa Social Security Disability Lawyer can help with the process. Use the Tulsa Attorney Directory to find a highly proficient professional committed to providing personal service while providing highly competent Social Security Disability legal representation.

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