Are you planning to apply for Clermont Social Security Disability benefits and need help knowing where to start? Several questions may arise during the initial filing process, such as how to apply, determining eligibility requirements, appealing a decision, and more. At Culbertson Law Group, we are here to help you with each step of the application process.
Where Should You Apply For Clermont Social Security Disability Benefits?
You can apply for SSDI benefits online, via phone, or in person at your local Social Security office. You can also enlist the help of a Social Security Disability lawyer during the application filing stage. While seeking representation from an SSDI attorney does not automatically guarantee benefits in the initial filing process, it does increase the likelihood of being approved and receiving benefits sooner.
Is There Documentation Needed To Apply For Clermont Social Security Disability Benefits?
It is helpful to prepare specific documentation in its original form in order to expedite the filing process. These documents include the following:
- Birth certificates or proof of birth documents
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful alien status documentation
- W-2 forms and/or self-employment tax returns for the last year
- The medical evidence of a qualifying disability, such as medical records, physician reports, recent test results, and treatments
- Adult Disability Report containing details of your work history, injury, condition, and disability
- Proof of any temporary or permanent workers’ compensation or similar benefits received
What Additional Information Will The SSA Need From Me When I Apply?
Along with the above information, the Social Security Administration (SSA) may also ask you to provide and attest to other specific information and questions, such as:
- Marital status and, if eligible, a spouse’s Social Security number and date of birth
- Names of unmarried children in elementary or secondary school, children under the age of 18, or disabled children under the age of 22
- Whether you receive benefits from the military or Federal civilian agency and dates of service if you are or were active military service before 1968
- If you have earned Social Security benefits from a different country’s Social Security system
- If you qualify to receive an annuity or pension benefits resulting from employment with Federal, state, or local government
- And more
Can A Social Security Disability Attorney Help With My Application?
Legal representation is not required at the filing stage of the Social Security benefits application process; however, it often proves to be a beneficial choice.
Applicants are repeatedly denied benefits due to missed deadlines and a lack of medical evidence. A Social Security Disability attorney can help ensure that the SSA receives application information, documentation, and medical evidence before application deadlines. An experienced attorney can also ensure that rules and regulations are met in the filing window and beyond if needed.
We Can Help You Apply For Clermont Social Security Disability Benefits
The Culbertson Law Group has over 40 years of experience serving the Central Florida area, and we have locations throughout the region in Orlando, Daytona, and Leesburg. Contact our law office today for a free consultation if you need help applying for Social Security Disability benefits.