"Where do I begin?"
People in immediate need of assistance - where time is of the essence - please call Ginsberg now at
1-800-890-2262.
We offer 100% free and confidential case evaluations with no obligation. Don't delay.
"What does it mean to be "disabled" under Social Security's rules?"
Social Security defines "disability" in terms of how your medical problems impact your ability to work a full time job.
In other words, we have to show that you have a serious medical problem by submitting medical records. And we have to show that your medical problems make you unreliable at even a simple, entry-level job.
You would not be considered "disabled" just because you cannot perform your previous job. We have to show that you can't perform the tasks of any job that exists - even if that simple job would not pay you enough or even if that job is not on a bus line.
Generally, the strongest argument for disability is one where we provide medical evidence indicating that you would miss excessive days from work or that you would need to take excessive unscheduled breaks during the workday.
"What if I Was Recently Denied for Disability?"
If you recently received a denial notice,
you must file your written appeal within
sixty (60) days.
If you miss the 60 day appeal deadline,
your case will be closed and you will have to
start over, and possibly lose hundreds or
thousands of dollars.
Many deserving claims are denied, usually
because the Social Security claims adjuster does
not have the right type of medical evidence.
Unfortunately, Social Security does not
provide the appeal forms in your denial notice.
You can find them online or call our office for
assistance.
"What if I Need Help Applying?"
Applying for benefits is easy and there is no cost to apply. If you have a computer you can apply at https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/disability/ (new window opens) or you can call 800-772-1213 to apply.
If you are not sure about how to apply or the process seems overwhelming, we can help. Our staff regularly files Social Security disability applications on behalf of our new clients and we would be happy to do this for you if you wish. Please call 1-800-890-2262 right now.
"Why Do I Need a Lawyer?"
Social Security does not require you to have a lawyer when you apply for benefits, but recent statistics show that your chances at winning increase up to 300% when you have representation!
Social Security defines disability in a very unique way and their decision making process is long and complicated.
Most people mistakenly think that disability relates to your medical problems.
In fact, Social Security defines disability in terms of how your medical problems impact your ability to work. An experienced lawyer will help gather and submit evidence that addresses SSA’s requirements.
Social Security decision makers also use something called the “5 Step Sequential Evaluation Process” to analyze the evidence in your case and make a decision.
You will also have to choose the right “onset date” to maximize your past due benefits, and you need to prove that your legal disability began before your disability insurance runs out or risk recovering nothing.
SSA employees also expect you to understand numerous abbreviations and unique terms, thereby making it difficult for non-lawyers to navigate the disability process.
Clearly, it should not be this difficult to recover your disability benefits but until the system is reformed and simplified, you are better off with representation.
The good news is that Jonathan Ginsberg does not charge fees up-front and we only get paid if you win! Call our office today at 1-800-890-2262 to get started.
"How Much Will I Get if I Win?"
When we win your disability case, you will get two types of checks: First, you will get a monthly cash benefit check. The amount of this check will depend on a number of factors but will generally range between $700 and $2,500. The more you have earned and paid into the system, the larger your monthly check.
Second, in most cases, you will get a LUMP SUM payment representing past due benefits. Because Social Security is so backlogged, most applicants won't get a decision on their claim for two, three or more years after they become disabled.
During the time you are waiting your monthly benefits keep adding up and when we finally do win, all those accrued benefits are paid to you in a lump sum.
Often my clients receive lump sum checks of $30,000, $40,000, or even more!
Your lawyer, by the way, gets paid only if you recover a lump sum - his fee will amount to 25% of your lump sum, with a maximum fee of $6,000. Your on-going monthly benefits get paid 100% to you.
"How Long Does This Process Take?"
Since the coronavirus pandemic began in February, 2020, Social Security has eliminated all in person hearings.
Currently all hearings are being conducted by phone or internet video. As a practical matter this change has reduced delays and our clients are seeing their hearings scheduled and decisions issued much faster than before!
Further, because all hearings are virtual, our office can represent clients in every state. You will "appear" at your hearing from your home, the judge will be in his/her home and I (Jonathan) will be in my home or office.
IMPORTANT: An experienced lawyer can speed up the process by filing all appeals quickly, and by submitting written requests for “on-the-record” decisions.
Additionally, you can recover benefits up to 1 year prior to your application date so every day you delay you potentially lose past due benefits.
If you’d like to know more about how to improve your chances at winning, please call our office at 1-800-890-2262.
"Can I Get Free Information?"
Yes. Jonathan Ginsberg created the
"The Secrets of Getting Approved" Survival Kit
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"Why Trust Ginsberg with My Case?"
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