Social Security Disability (SSD) Benefits for Disabled Workers in Alaska
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides disability benefits to people who are no longer able to work and have paid into the system of Social Security during their working lives. Filing for these benefits can be a complicated process, and since the majority of initial claims are denied, it can be difficult and discouraging for applicants who do not fully understand how the process works.
By having an attorney who is experienced in Social Security disability cases, you can feel confident that your claim will be presented in an effective manner. If your claim is rejected, we will help you appeal the decision and will be by your side every step of the way. At the law firm of Walther & Flanigan, our personal injury lawyers have a thorough understanding of the system and will help you pursue the resources you need for your disability.
Rejected Social Security Disability Claims
Social Security disability benefits are intended to be available for people who have worked and paid into the system of Social Security for a sufficient number of years and have suffered medical ailments that make it impossible to work. The requirements for eligibility may depend on several different factors, including age, but the bottom line is that these benefits are designed to help people sustain themselves while overcoming their disabilities.
The majority of claims for disability benefits are initially rejected by the Social Security Administration. This does not mean that the majority of claims are invalid. Many claims are rejected at first because the Administration does not consider evidence of disability to be fully presented. Developing a strong argument for your case and knowing how to present that argument is important and can improve your chances of initial qualification.
Even if you are rejected, you have the option of appealing that decision and taking your case to administrative hearings to prove your disability and get the benefits you deserve. We will make sure that all evidence is heard and that you get a fair chance at telling your story.
Know Your Rights in Social Security Disability Benefits
If you have become disabled and cannot work, Social Security disability benefits may be available for you to help you pay your bills and sustain yourself. Contact us at the law firm of Walther & Flanigan and find out what your options are. Call our office to schedule a free initial consultation at 888-734-6547. We serve clients throughout Alaska, including Anchorage, Fairbanks, the Kenai Peninsula, Mat-Su Valley, and Southeast, along with Bush and other remote communities.
