Since people are living longer, the government has pushed back
the age in which one can receive full Social Security benefits. The new
"retirement age" has been classified as 70 years old. However, that
doesn't mean that people can't receive benefits sooner. After all, those
with disabilities are can receive Social Security, when the situation
qualifies for it. So, if you're not planning on waiting until 70 to
claim full benefits, and retire early, or need to file a disability
claim, a good lawyer is in order.
Questions to ask potential disability and Social Security attorneys:
• What is your overall approval rating?
• How often can I expect a call, updating me on my case's progress?
• Credentials: How many years have you practiced disability law?
o Do you ever go through additional training?
o Are you licensed in the states you practice?
In addition, be mindful of the office environment.
• Are paralegals available?
• What kind of support stuff is available?
• Will I have my own case manager?
Credentials are incredibly important. Some lawyers are not licensed SSI lawyers. Be admit about seeing experience and licensures.
It is important that a lawyer does not make promises, because frankly it is impractical to predict the outcome of the claim, even if the likelihood is in the clients favor. When asking a lawyer: will my claim be approve? (Or Can you get me approved faster than other clients? How long will the process take?) The lawyer's answer should be realistic:
I can't guarantee that you'll win, but I can highlight ways to improve your
case and increase your approval chances.
There is necessary research to be done. Potentially, different states have different requirements for lawyers. Similar to any job duty, experience is a plus, right? In the case of Social Security, disability attorneys, experience can be outweighed by approval ratings and success rates. If a lawyer has 30 years experience, but a low success rate, don't take the risk.
Younger generations are realizing that saving for retirement is important because no one can live solely off social security benefits. It is limited and diminishing. Since lifespans are increasing, workers are able to work into their 70's, if only as an "encore career," for additional income.
There is no law saying workers have to wait until 70 years old to retire. Retiring around 62 or 65 is typical. In that, if an employer is making it difficult to get benefits, legal action will be necessary.
Questions to ask potential disability and Social Security attorneys:
• What is your overall approval rating?
• How often can I expect a call, updating me on my case's progress?
• Credentials: How many years have you practiced disability law?
o Do you ever go through additional training?
o Are you licensed in the states you practice?
In addition, be mindful of the office environment.
• Are paralegals available?
• What kind of support stuff is available?
• Will I have my own case manager?
Credentials are incredibly important. Some lawyers are not licensed SSI lawyers. Be admit about seeing experience and licensures.
It is important that a lawyer does not make promises, because frankly it is impractical to predict the outcome of the claim, even if the likelihood is in the clients favor. When asking a lawyer: will my claim be approve? (Or Can you get me approved faster than other clients? How long will the process take?) The lawyer's answer should be realistic:
I can't guarantee that you'll win, but I can highlight ways to improve your
case and increase your approval chances.
There is necessary research to be done. Potentially, different states have different requirements for lawyers. Similar to any job duty, experience is a plus, right? In the case of Social Security, disability attorneys, experience can be outweighed by approval ratings and success rates. If a lawyer has 30 years experience, but a low success rate, don't take the risk.
Younger generations are realizing that saving for retirement is important because no one can live solely off social security benefits. It is limited and diminishing. Since lifespans are increasing, workers are able to work into their 70's, if only as an "encore career," for additional income.
There is no law saying workers have to wait until 70 years old to retire. Retiring around 62 or 65 is typical. In that, if an employer is making it difficult to get benefits, legal action will be necessary.
You have some great ideas for hiring a good social security lawyer. I like how you talked about asking those questions you have listed. I agree that it's best to ask about their credentials, to find out how much experience the lawyer has. I wouldn't want an inexperienced lawyer helping me! http://www.stephendunniganlaw.com/social-security-disability/
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