West Palm Beach Social Security Disability Lawyer
Having trouble getting the benefits you need? Call Farah & Farah’s experienced West Palm Beach Social Security Disability lawyers today at 728-210-0207 for a free consultation.
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Farah & Farah Can Support You Through Your West Palm Beach Social Security Disability Claim
What Are the Eligibility Requirements for Social Security Disability Benefits?
How Can I Apply for Social Security Disability Benefits in West Palm Beach, FL?
What Are Common Reasons Why SSD Claims Are Rejected?
How Long Do I Have To File My SSD Claim?
How Long Does It Take To Get Approved for SSD Benefits?
Is It Possible To Work While Receiving SSD Benefits in West Palm Beach?
Social Security Disability Insurance benefits, or SSDI, can be an essential lifeline for those who can no longer work due to a disabling condition. However, the process of obtaining those benefits can be complicated and frustrating, especially since you’re already dealing with your disability.
The knowledgeable West Palm Beach Social Security Disability attorneys with Farah & Farah are dedicated to helping applicants like you secure critical benefits with minimal stress. Contact us online today or call us at 728-210-0207 for a free consultation to learn more about how we can get to work for you.
Farah & Farah Can Support You Through Your West Palm Beach Social Security Disability Claim
Our skilled legal team has been helping clients like you get the compensation they deserve for over 40 years. From your initial consultation, you’ll understand the difference our experience makes throughout the legal process.
Our West Palm Beach SSDI lawyers will have your back from start to finish, advocating for your best interests and keeping you worry-free. We’ll make sure you have all the evidence needed for your claim to succeed and file all necessary documentation correctly and on time. We can handle all the paperwork and back-and-forth with the Social Security Administration, including navigating the appeals process if necessary.
Why Choose Farah & Farah’s West Palm Beach SSDI Attorneys
Since brothers Eddie and Chuck Farah founded our firm in 1979, family has been central to everything we do. We care deeply about staying involved in our community and treating everyone with the dignity, honesty, and respect that family should expect.
We’ve recovered more than $2 billion for our clients, and our results are no accident. We succeed by caring deeply about every case, understanding our clients’ needs and how to meet them, and working hard as a team to get the best outcomes for those who need it the most.
We understand that money is tight for many SSDI applicants, so we work on contingency, meaning you won’t owe us anything unless we win your case. Our dedicated lawyers are ready to get to work on your West Palm Beach disability benefits claim risk-free today.
What Are the Eligibility Requirements for Social Security Disability Benefits?
To qualify for Social Security Disability benefits, you must have a condition that meets the SSA’s definition of a disability. This means you must be incapable of performing substantial gainful activity, or work that meets an income threshold set at $1,620 per month in 2025, or $2,700 if you’re blind.
To get SSDI, you must have worked for at least five of the ten years before becoming disabled, measured in “credits” earned at a rate of up to four per year.
Meanwhile, disabled individuals might also qualify for Supplemental Security Income, or SSI, a needs-based program for those with little to no income or resources. To be eligible, you must be 65 or older, blind, or have a qualifying disability. There are no work history requirements for SSI, but you must make less than $2,019 a month as an individual and have $2,000 or less in resources, excluding some key assets like your home, personal belongings, and a vehicle.
Since a qualifying disability is required for either program, establishing your condition through medical records is key. Our West Palm Beach Social Security Disability lawyers can ensure your application meets all eligibility requirements, including a documented work history for SSDI.
How Can I Apply for Social Security Disability Benefits in West Palm Beach, FL?
You can apply for benefits by visiting the SSA’s website here, calling 800-772-1213, or visiting a local SSA office. Our dedicated attorneys can make sure you have all the information you need, including medical records, your work history, financial documentation, and more.
No matter how thorough your initial application is, the SSA may still deny it. However, many initial denials are erroneous or overturned on appeal.
What Are Common Reasons Why SSD Claims Are Rejected?
Roughly two-thirds of Social Security Disability claims are ultimately denied, most because of one of the following reasons:
- There were clerical mistakes or other errors on the application.
- The applicant’s disability doesn’t qualify.
- There is insufficient evidence of a disability.
- The applicant doesn’t meet the work, income, or resource requirements.
Being fully prepared on the first try can help you avoid most technical denials. However, if your initial application is rejected, it doesn’t mean you won’t be able to secure benefits. Our SSDI lawyers have decades of experience fighting and winning for those seeking disability benefits throughout the appeals process.
How Long Do I Have To File My SSD Claim?
While there’s no set deadline to file a claim for SSD benefits, the application process can take several months and can drag out for more than a year if appeals are necessary. Apply immediately to start receiving benefits as early as possible. Our knowledgeable West Palm Beach Social Security Disability lawyers can determine if you’re eligible and help you get started on your claim today.
How Long Does It Take To Get Approved for SSD Benefits?
It can take from three to eight months to receive a decision from the SSA on your initial disability benefits application. The SSA may take longer depending on the complexity of your case and whether it needs to obtain more information on your condition, so including all relevant medical information can potentially speed up the timeline.
To help you get a quicker response, our West Palm Beach SSDI attorneys can review your application to ensure it includes as much information as possible while limiting any clerical errors or unnecessary complications.
Is It Possible To Work While Receiving SSD Benefits in West Palm Beach?
It’s possible to work part-time while on SSI, as long as you don’t exceed the income or resources limits. SSDI recipients are typically unable to work, but those interested in seeing if they can reenter the workforce may enter a Trial Work Period, or TWP. During a 60-month period, you may earn up to $1,160 or work more than 80 self-employed hours in nine individual months without losing your benefits.
There are also additional incentives to help transition recovering recipients off of benefits when they begin working again. Our experienced SSDI attorneys can help you understand the TWP requirements and return to work at your own pace without losing the benefits you need until you’re fully ready.
Let Farah & Farah Get To Work For You Today
Think you’re eligible for SSDI or SSI benefits but need help applying? Our West Palm Beach Social Security Disability lawyers are ready to help you secure the critical financial support you need.
Contact us online or call 728-210-0207 today to schedule a free consultation.
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