Why should you hire a Social Security Disability attorney? Well, actually there are many reasons why you may need a Social Security disability attorney. Perhaps you suffer from a disease or illness that has left you unable to work. Maybe you have been injured in an accident and going back to work is not an option. If for these reasons, or possibly others, you can no longer work, you need a Social Security disability attorney. Why you may ask? Because a disability attorney can help you apply for and receive the benefits you have worked so hard to receive. Below are some of the reasons it is always wise to hire an attorney, rather than trying to apply for disability benefits on your own.

An attorney can help determine your eligibility

The truth is, applying for disability benefits can be quite complicated. An attorney is able to help determine if you are eligible for benefits and more specifically, which benefits you might be entitled to receive. While Supplemental Security Income (SSI) helps those who have a low income and limited resources, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is based on what you have paid into the system when you were working. By hiring an attorney, you can discuss which, or both benefits you might be eligible to receive.

Once you decide to apply for Social Security benefits, a disability attorney will make sure your application is complete and accurate. The application, along with the necessary documentation, can be quite complicated. It is a fact, your chances of being approved are better if you hire a disability attorney.

Denied? An attorney can still assist you in filing an appeal

Benefits denied while applying on your own? Hire an attorney to file your appeal! The truth is more than half of all claims are denied the first time. However, if you hire an attorney, your chances are much greater for being approved. An attorney can help you appeal a decision, and they can represent you if you must appear at a hearing. No one needs to go through that process on their own.

Time to hire, Russell Keener of The Keener Law Firm

If these scenarios sound like you, it’s time to contact The Keener Law Firm! We are here to help you get the Social Security Disability benefits you deserve. Whether this is your first time applying or the second, we can help. Call us today at 770-955-3000 for your free 30 minute consultation or visit us at KeenerLaw.com. Let the disability experts do the work when you can no longer work!