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Social Security Denied? Burnetti, P.A. Helps Secure Benefits for the Injured

The Social Security Administration extends financial benefits to provide assistance for hardships that may occur throughout life, not just during retirement. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is based on prior work under Social Security; Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments are made based on financial need. If denied SSDI or SSI benefits, or applying for benefits for the first time, a Florida SSI lawyer can help you through the process.

Who Is Eligible for SSI and SSDI

Workers and employers pay Social Security taxes. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is financed with these taxes, and acts as insurance to workers who have earned sufficient credits based on taxable work. The amount of the monthly benefit is based on Social Security earnings of the insured worker.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits are available to adults and children who are disabled or blind and meet various other requirements.

Why Hire a Florida Lawyer for SSI or SSDI Benefits

In order to receive Social Security benefits, you must be able to prove your injury or disability that prevents you from working; a benefits claim may be denied because the form did not provide enough information.

If applying for benefits, a Social Security lawyer can compile your medical documentation and oversee that your doctors answer all questions accurately and completely. This includes the opinion of your treating physician.

Appealing a denied claim is a complicated process that must adhere to deadlines; if you do not appeal before the deadline, you may not receive maximum Social Security benefits. A disability lawyer can help you meet the appeal deadlines.

Contact a Lakeland, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville Disability Lawyer

While it is not necessary to have a lawyer assist with filing your initial Social Security disability claim or to appeal a denied claim, thorough explanation and presentation of your disability may help you obtain your SSI or SSDI benefits. At Burnetti, P.A., our bilingual Social Security lawyers can help represent your disability claim. For a no obligation, free consultation, call 1-888-BURNETTI or complete the case evaluation form.