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Need Social Security? Gainesville, Florida Social Security lawyers can help

Supporting yourself while living with a disability can be a nightmare. You may qualify for social security disability benefits. By working with an experienced Gainesville, Florida social security attorney, you can increase your chances of receiving disability payments from the federal government. You can contact an experienced Gainesville social security disability attorney by filling out the form on the left. You are under absolutely no obligation merely by filling out the form.

Your SSI or SSDI application: it makes a big difference

Roughly 65 – 75% of applicants are initially denied for social security benefits. By working with an experienced Gainesville social security lawyer, you can increase your chances of success because you will be working with someone who understands the criteria that the review board is looking for. The difference between winning your social security claim and losing your social security claim are often dramatic. For example, without an alternative source of income, and without the ability to work (due to disability), many people face homelessness and hunger..The relief provided by the monthly payments from SSI and SSDI claims provide a necessary security blanket. In some cases, claimants may be entitled to medical care through the Medicaid or Medicare systems.

How do people afford to pay qualified Gainesville Social Security lawyers?  

Although attorneys can be expensive, a social security attorney is affordable, even for someone who does not have a job. Most all Social Security lawyers work on a contingency basis: which means they only get paid if you win your case. Statutorily, social security attorneys can only make the following: the smaller amount of (1) 25% of back pay awarded to you, or (2) $6,000 total. The social security administration has to approve the amount of the attorney fees at the time you are awarded your benefits. Don’t wait to contact an experienced Gainesville Social Security lawyer. Fill out the form on the left.  

Who qualifies for SSI and SSDI?

SSI (Social Security Income) and SSDI (Social Security disability Insurance) are two separate programs that pay claimants who are disabled. The disability must prevent you from working for a year or more or result in death. While both programs are federal disability programs, they are quite different from each other.

  SSDI - Contact an experienced Gainesville Disability Insurance Attorney Now  

To qualify for SSDI monthly payments, you must establish a work history of paying into social security as well as a qualifying disability. So, not everyone qualifies for the SSDI program. Those who receive disability payments under SSDI may also qualify for Medicare coverage. Contact an experienced Gainesville SSDI lawyer to learn about your options.

SSI: You may qualify - Reach a qualified Gainesville Disability Attorney

SSI, unlike SSDI, is a welfare-based program that pays those with disabilities, regardless of their work history. To qualify, claimants must make less than a minimum threshold of income (a very small amount). Those who qualify may also be eligible for food stamps, and Medicaid. Learn more now and contact an experienced Gainesville SSI attorney.

Application to Appeal: the process - Gainesville Disability Appeal Lawyer

You can start your application online. You can also apply in person, or start the process over the phone. The initial review can take four to six months. If denied, you can appeal the decision. You may have an attorney represent you at the appeal.

The list below contains a few examples of the types of illnesses and injuries that have qualified previous applicants for a disability:
 

Nearest Local SSI Office

Gainesville Hospitals
 

If you do not have any healthcare insurance or any other ability to pay, there are facilities that probably will treat you in Gainesville They are:
 

Gainesville Social Security Lawyers serve clients throughout Northern Central Florida, including Alachua, Archer, Arredondo, Beckhamtown, Beville Heights, Branford, Bronson, Chiefland, Copeland Settlement, Earleton, Fellowship, Fremington, Gainesville, Hawthorn, LaCrosse, Lake City, Los Trancos Woods, McIntosh, Micanopy, Ocalla, Orange Lake, Reddick, Rocky Point, Starke, Wacahoota, Waldo, Williston, areas in the vicinity of Gainesville Regional Airport, and other communities in Alachua County.