West Coast Disability Law News & Commentary

Social Security Disability Payments and the Stimulus Package Social Security Disability Payments and the Stimulus Package

For a number of years, people have been talking about how the Medicare and Social Security system are potentially not sustainable in its current incarnation. This will come as dire news to anyone looking to secure Social Security disability payments. Right now there is a backlog for approvals as well. In short, the Social Security disability system... [Read more of this post]

Tips for Getting Social Security Disability Benefits Tips for Getting Social Security Disability Benefits

Applying for social security disability benefits can seem like an overwhelming maze full of bureaucracy and red tape. The reason to hire a qualified social security attorney is to help navigate the labyrinthine system and help address any problems that arise. However, applying for benefits is a two-way street. While a Social Security attorney is... [Read more of this post]

How Payment Works with a Social Security Disability Attorney How Payment Works with a Social Security Disability Attorney

Like other wings of the law, a Social Security Disability attorney is only paid if the case is won. Very often in Social Security disability cases, the claimants are not wealthy individuals and cannot afford the cost of a high-price lawyer who charges at an hourly rate. Additionally, claimants have increased financial distress due to loss of wages... [Read more of this post]

Being Eligible for Certain Social Security Claims Being Eligible for Certain Social Security Claims

Many are surprised to learn that Social Security eligibility is similar to other types of lawsuits. For example, in certain personal injury lawsuits, the plaintiff needs to prove that he or she will not be able to work in the same capacity in the future due to sustained injuries. These injuries need strict medical documentation. This may come down... [Read more of this post]

Do You Need a Local Social Security Attorney? Do You Need a Local Social Security Attorney?

Social Security is a federal program, so one might assume that a local California lawyer may not be needed to handle your case. On the flipside, some might believe that they should only hire a lawyer in their immediate vicinity. Let’s take these issues one by one. It  is true that Social Security is a federal program, but case law varies from circuit... [Read more of this post]

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