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Increase Your Chances of Receiving Disability Compensation

Most people who need Social Security disability benefits assume they can just apply online or in person at their local SSA office. Technically, this is true, but most experts advise that you have legal representation from the start.

Unfortunately, most people only look to lawyers when they have been denied. While it is certainly not too late in the process to seek help, some people could likely have avoided denial in the first place if they had representation when they began their application for social security benefits.

Consider the following risks that can result from applying without first obtaining professional advice:

• Failing to provide enough information on forms you fill out, or getting some of the answers incorrect
• Failing to provide enough evidence to substantiate your claim, such as medical records or notes from doctors
• Not staying up-to-date on your claim once you turn in your application
• Finding out too late that you are missing information, are not eligible for benefits, or could have received more benefits that you applied for

In general, any of these mistakes can ensure that you do not receive disability payment right now, if ever. The sooner you get a lawyer, the better your outcome should be.

While it is fortunate that many people are finally realizing they are eligible for disability benefits, it is bad news for you if you have not filed or simply not stayed updated on your claim. If you have filed recently, you may note that you have had to wait a long time, usually several months, just to hear back from the SSA. This is a result of the flood of applicants.

Waiting nearly a year only to hear that you have been denied is a waste of time. If you have bills to pay and not much income, you cannot afford to wait until you are denied to get representation. For this reason, you need to seek out a lawyer today.

If you, or your loved one, are suffering from a severe physical or mental disability, you should contact a Social Security Disability lawyer immediately to learn about your rights and determine eligibility. The process of securing Social Security Disability Insurance benefits and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can be difficult and overwhelming. Don't go it alone! The disability lawyers at LaVan & Neidenberg, located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL understand the inner workings of the Social Security Administration and will help you navigate the system. Call us today for a FREE legal consultation - 1-888-234-5758.