How a Qualified Attorney Can Simplify the SSDI Application Process
There’s no doubt that the SSDI application process can feel overwhelming. The sheer level of documentation and extensive steps required to complete the application can be confusing, to say the least. Plus, there is a host of specific medical terminology surrounding the application’s requirements that make it hard for a layperson to understand.
Hiring an experienced SSDI lawyer can make a major difference with your claim. The chances of getting the application approved are typically higher for those individuals who have worked on the application with an attorney. At Phillip M. Hendry Law, we have the experience to walk you through all aspects of the application, explaining what everything means, helping you with the necessary documentation, and working with you from start to finish to have the maximum chances of approval. Our Louisiana SSDI lawyer shares how having legal help can make the process easier every step of the way.
Explain and Provide Guidance on the SSDI Application From the Start
While it can be tempting to try to navigate the SSDI application on your own, there are many aspects of the process that can make it challenging. A qualified lawyer can walk you through all the details, starting with the eligibility requirements (income limitations must be met, and you must have a medically determinable impairment that meets or equals a listing of specific criteria in the SSA Blue Book).
If those requirements are met, your attorney can guide you through the application process, detailing what happens at each step, what you need to do, and how long it may take. This can leave you with more peace of mind and less stress about the process.
Clarify Terms and Requirements
The terminology surrounding medical conditions and the application process itself can be complicated and confusing. With over 30 years of experience, Phillip M. Hendry can explain what it all means, removing the jargon and laying it out in clear terms that are easy for you to understand. You won’t be left wondering or worrying and what a specific area of the application means or how it’s evaluated. Instead, you’ll be able to move forward with greater understanding.
Help Navigating Deadlines
Your legal team can also ensure that you know all of the deadlines for anything that arises with your application. For example, you only have a limited amount of time to correct errors. Avoid any frustration and missed deadlines by working with a legal professional who can assist you within the timeframe for your application.
Assist With Gathering Information and Evidence
The information and documentation required for the SSDI application can be extensive. It may include past medical records, detailed doctor’s notes, evidence of specific tests or treatments, and much more. Your SSDI attorney can help you understand what documents and records you need and assist you in obtaining all the necessary evidence and documentation to support your claim and prove your disability.
Handle Communication With the SSA
Communicating with a large agency can be overwhelming, but a skilled SSDI lawyer knows how to handle SSA communication, including what questions to ask and what to follow up on. By working with a skilled Louisiana SSDI lawyer, you can avoid stress and let your legal team handle communication between you and the SSA.
Ensure Your SSDI Application Is Correct
Phillip M. Hendry Law is a firm you can count on. Our firm handles SSDI cases in Louisiana, East Texas, and Southwest Arkansas. We will ensure your SSDI application is correct, verify all supporting documentation is included, and confirm your application is void of common mistakes that could delay or cause issues with the process. You’ll also significantly increase your chances of approval; a recent study determined that approvals rose 23 percentage points (or approximately 32 percent) in situations where an attorney was handling the SSDI cases. Gain peace of mind from the guidance, support, and attention to detail a qualified SSDI lawyer can provide.
Help You Qualify for Other Benefits if You Don’t Meet or Equal the Listing
In some cases, individuals are unable to meet or even equal the Blue Book criteria for their condition or conditions. However, there are other possibilities. A skilled SSDI attorney can help you find out if you may qualify for other benefits, such as Supplemental Social Security Income (SSI). There may be additional documents or other things needed to qualify for another benefits tier, and your attorney can help in this area as well.
Assist You With the Appeal Process if Your Application Is Denied
It’s not uncommon for an application to be denied at first, but that’s not the end of the story. Phillip M. Hendry Law will stay with you through the long haul and advise you throughout the process, making every attempt to get the benefits you deserve. You can hire an attorney at any point in your SSDI application process, but if your initial claim is denied, it can be a great advantage to hire a lawyer at this point. If your case is complicated and requires a hearing, your SSDI attorney will also prepare your case.
Phillip M. Hendry Law Is With You Every Step of the Way for Your SSDI Application
As an experienced SSDI lawyer, Phillip M. Hendry understands the application process at every step and will work to understand your specific situation and fight for the benefits you deserve. Increase your chances of approval and reduce your stress by getting guidance from Phillip M. Hendry Law.