If you are in a position where you need Social Security lawyers in Florida, make sure they are the best fit for you and your case. Asking these fundamental questions can also help.
Hiring a Social Security lawyer can significantly improve your chances of having a successful outcome for your case. It is essential though that you find one who is knowledgable, experienced, and is willing to go the extra mile for you. Many attorneys will perform a free case evaluation with you to go over the details, but this is also a good time for you to interview them.
When going over your case, ask your Social Security lawyer these four questions:
Where is your office located?
Some law offices will take your case even if they are out of state. Although they may be quality lawyers, having face to face communication throughout the case can help ease a lot of the worry and stress.
Do you have specialized training in disability law?
If you need neurosurgery done, you would not go to a general practitioner for your surgery. Much like neurology; Social Security law is highly specialized. It requires a specific level of training and continuing education throughout to stay up to date with the Social Security Administration.
A general practitioner can take your case, but they may not have the most up-to-date information on what the laws and practices are. Not being up to date could lead them to miss something vital for the success of your case.
What is your fee? What are the case-related expenses?
Social Security lawyers in Florida generally do not require any money up front. At Culbertson, Jacobs & LaBoda, we handle most cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing upfront for our services. If the results are successful and you receive retroactive benefits, the attorney fee would be up to 25% of your back profits with a cap at $6,000 at the administrative level.
Another added expense many do not think to ask about are the case-related expenses. Most attorneys will require reimbursement for things such as medical record requests, postage, even travel expenses. It’s essential to know what those costs would be, so you aren’t surprised down the road.
What is your process?
Once you have met with an attorney and have broken down the case for them, ask them what their strategy would be. Their approach is key to whether they will be successful or not. Ask about the process, how long to expect it to take, what documentation is needed, and how they will go about getting it. Knowing their process will give you an idea of how in-depth the attorney is.
Ask how often they will meet with you before the hearing. These can be long cases, and your attorney should periodically be checking in with you for updates on your medical situation. Also, make sure to ask them whether they will be meeting with you before the trial. Your Social Security lawyers in Florida should be willing to meet with you right beforehand to go over everything in person rather than doing it over the phone.
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