Social Security Disability (SSD) Attorney Greater Philadelphia and South New Jersey
If you are a disabled individual who has worked and paid Social Security taxes for an extended period of time (generally, for 10 years total), you may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Whether you are initially applying for disability benefits or appealing after your claim has been denied, a knowledgeable Social Security lawyer can help obtain the benefits to which you are entitled, given the nature and severity of your injury or illness.
The standard factors that establish disability in both Social Security Disability (SSD) and SSI cases include the individual's age, education, work experience, and ability to communicate, read, and write in English. These factors, coupled with the individual's physical and/or emotional health problems, determine whether an individual may have a winnable claim.
Lawyer Jeffrey S. Lichtman, Attorney at Law, has more than 18 years of experience representing claimants for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits at the administrative level and in the federal courts. Philadelphia attorney Jeffrey Lichtman practices Social Security law exclusively and is dedicated to guiding your case successfully through the system. Contact The Disability Law Office of Jeffrey S. Lichtman, Attorney at Law, today for a free consultation.
The firm represents disabled individuals rendered unable to work due to a mental illness or physical illness or injury that may involve the following:
- Chronic back and neck problems
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Fibromyalgia (chronic and widespread pain)
- Arthritis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Schizophrenia
- Lupus
- Brain Injuries and Strokes
The firm also represents disabled individuals who are already receiving Workers' Compensation benefits as a result of a work-related illness or injury, but who may still be entitled to additional benefits through Social Security. Persons receiving Veterans or Long Term Disability Insurance benefits are also often good candidates for SSDI benefits.
People may not be aware that minor children may be eligible to receive a Social Security Disability benefit of up to nearly 50% of the qualifying parent's benefit. Also, disabled persons who are entitled to SSDI are entitled to Medicare health insurance in their 25th month of entitlement to cash benefits.
While no rule requires an individual to hire an attorney to assist in the pursuit of SSDI and/or SSI benefits, doing so does greatly improve your chances of winning a disability claim. Having an experienced lawyer on your side ensures that all physical and mental health impairments are considered and evaluated. Medical tests also can be ordered and performed that could lead to findings that support the disability claim.
Jeffrey S. Lichtman, Attorney at Law, handles all aspects of a Social Security Disability claim, from filing the initial application to filing appeals after the denial of a claim. Contact the firm today.
Jeffrey S. Lichtman, Attorney at Law, represents clients throughout the Delaware Valley, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Northern Delaware, including Philadelphia, Reading, Vineland, Millville, Bridgeton, Chester, Norristown, West Chester, Bensalem, Hammonton, Allentown, Camden, Trenton, Penns Grove, Egg Harbor, Mays Landing, Pleasantville, and Wilmington; and counties including Delaware County, Philadelphia County, Bucks County, Montgomery County, Chester County, Lancaster County, Berks County, Lehigh County, Burlington County, Gloucester County, Atlantic County, Cumberland County, Salem County, and Camden County.Se habla espanol / Spanish language services available
