Social Security Disability FAQ's From Hodson & Mullin

1. What does Social Security do for disabled people?

If medically and financially qualified, a claimant will receive a very modest monthly cash payment and public medical assistance- first Medi-Cal; then Medicare. Ordinarily, one must wait until age 65 to receive Medicare; so this is the most important benefit for many people. Each person's benefit is calculated based upon his or her own earnings record. Every person's monthly benefit is different.

2. How do I apply?

You can apply in three ways:

By using the Social Security Website on-line www.ssa.gov

By going to any Social Security Agency Local office. You do not need an appointment, but one is recommended. You can find your local office on the Social Security Website www.ssa.gov and

By calling the Social Security National toll-free phone number, 800-772-1213.

You do not need an attorney to apply. There is no fee to file a claim for benefits.

3. Do I Really Need A Lawyer?

You can file with no help from anyone or you can get help from friends and family or you can pay someone. There is no requirement that a person be a lawyer or be certified in order to help you file a claim for benefits. This is a highly technical process – like wiring a house or laying ceramic tile, anyone can do it and like anything, you get what you pay for. You may not need “a lawyer” but you do need someone who knows the law, who knows medicine and who knows how the claims process works.

We know how to use the right words to get your claim started the right way. We know how to get the right evidence to the right place at the right time. We know how to get your claim approved in the shortest amount of time.

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