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Filing for Disability after a Boating Under the Influence Accident

Have you recently been injured after a Boating Under the Influence (BUI) accident? If so, you are not alone. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, hundreds of boating accidents, injuries, and deaths may be attributed to drunk boating.

Some boat accident victims may find themselves unable to work due to their injuries. If you fall into this category, you may be eligible to file for disability payments.

The first step in filing for disability is to obtain a disability form from your local Social Security office. Some parts of the form may be filled out by you, while the remainder must be filled out by your physician.

After your form is filled out, the Social Security Administration will review your application to determine if you have worked long enough to qualify for benefits. If you meet the requirements, your application will be passed on to the Disability Determination Services agency in your state. This agency makes the final decision regarding your eligibility.

It is in your best interest to file for disability as soon as you can, as it may take three to five months to process the application.

Visit our library to learn more about filing for disability after a boating accident.

If you or your loved one has been injured due to a boating under the influence accident, you should contact a personal injury attorney immediately to learn about your rights and determine liability. When you are interviewing personal injury attorneys ask critical questions, like: how long have you been practicing; what is the largest settlement or verdict you've obtained, and do you have experience with drunk boating accidents?

The Law Offices of LaVan & Neidenberg, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida takes time when speaking with you about your case and works with you on a contingent fee basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury lawyers win your case. Call now for a FREE evaluation of your case - 1-888-234-5758.