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Legal Guidance for SSDI Initial Applications in South Carolina
The decision to file for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is never one that is made lightly – and the application process can seem bewildering. The average person has no idea how or where to start, and simple mistakes can set you up for a denied claim.
That is where a skilled Gaffney lawyer can make all the difference in the outcome of your initial SSDI claim. Attorney Anna-Karina Parker understands what the Social Security Administration (SSA) needs to see to approve a claim, and she can help you present your case in the most advantageous light.
What You Need to File for SSDI Benefits Approval?
In general, to file for SSDI benefits, you must be an adult over 18 years of age and have a disability that keeps you from working. Your condition must have lasted or be expected to last at least 12 months (or be terminal). In addition, you must have sufficient “credits,” obtained by working and paying into the system, to be insured.
SSA will screen your application to tell you if you have insured status so that calculation can be made for you. To start your initial SSDI application, you can:
- Call 800-772-1213 and schedule an appointment to file by phone or in person.
- Go into your local Social Security Administration office and ask to file your claim.
- File online through SSA’s portal after creating an online account.
SSA provides a checklist that you can use to gather information for your claim. Ensure you have all your doctors’ names, contact information, and information about the last five years of your work history.
The initial claims process takes several months to complete. If denied, you may have to wait many additional months – or even years – to get through the appeals. That makes it critical to avoid mistakes during the initial application.
Let Us Help You Receive the SSDI Benefits You Deserve
You do not have to be intimidated by the SSDI application process when you have an experienced attorney. Call Parker & Bain, LLC, at (864) 489-8128 or use our online contact form to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation. Our SSDI lawyers know what it takes to present a compelling case and get your SSDI claim approved.