Legally, you do not need the help of a lawyer in order to file for disability. You just need to fill out the paperwork and submit it. However, while hiring a lawyer is not required, it is suggested. Rather than just file and hope nothing goes wrong, you are better off consulting with a lawyer before you submit anything at all. Here are three reasons why.
You're more likely to have your claim approved.
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Although you may know a few people who are currently receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, it's not as easy to get as you may think to be approved for those benefits. SSDI is heavily regulated to try to cut down on the number of fraudulent claims that are able to slip through the cracks. If you're so hurt that you won't be able to work for awhile, you're going to need that money in order to stay afloat.
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If you've been in a car accident that wasn't your fault, you deserve to receive justice. An automobile collision can completely change your life, and if the injuries are severe enough you could find that you can never again go back to the way that you used to be. The first step to receiving compensation is filing a lawsuit. A good lawyer can facilitate the process and help you navigate the rocky waters ahead.
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It can happen in an instant: one moment you are on your way to the store, and the next you have a wrecked car, an injury and are filing suit against the at-fault driver. When it comes time to face your day in court, you may be more at ease just knowing what to expect and how to conduct yourself. Read on for some tips on not just surviving the experience, but coming home with a nice fat monetary judgment.
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Do you have back pain that is severe enough that it is preventing you from working? Perhaps you have tried to work but find it impossible. You may have even taken a leave of absence from your job or gotten fired due to not being able to work full shifts. This is something that many people experience, and some mistakenly think that they cannot receive social security benefits for back pain.
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