Question: Do I need a SSI lawyer at my disability hearing?
Answer: This is an excellent question and one that many SSI applicants must consider from at one point in time. Choosing a SSI lawyer is an important decision. You are not required to have a SSI lawyer at a benefits hearing, but ask yourself... are you chances of winning better with a lawyer, or by representing the claim on your own? By the time your claim makes it to a hearing you have been denied SSI benefits multiple times.
Most people people get nervous about hiring a SSI lawyer because they are afraid of the disability lawyer fees. Don't be. Many lawyers will represent you for free and will only collect payment if you win disability benefits. The fee they collect are from your back fees (benefits from the time you were disabled until the time you are awarded benefits, also capped at $5,300). If you are going to consult with a lawyer, make sure he has a good legal team in place.
It is important to have an experienced lawyer and your lawyer should have a talented staff that is dedicated to ensuring your SSI claim moves smoothly. This team will help you document your disability impairments, answer Social Security questionnaires and gather doctor's records and court paperwork.
Need to find a SSI lawyer with this type of legal team? Click the below links to ask a question or submit your case for a free evaluation.
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Resources: Looking for Additional Social Security Disability information?
- Need to apply for Social Security Disability?
- Have you been denied Social Security Disability?
- Do you want to appeal a Social Security Disability case?
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NationalDisabilityLawyer.com is a website with SSDI and SSI Disability information. Learn more about disability cases, how to apply for disability and how to appeal a denied Social Security Disability case.
