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Crowe & Shanahan is a law firm concentrating in Social Security and SSI disability claims and appeals. It has offices in St. Louis and Creve Coeur, Missouri, and serves clients throughout Eastern Missouri and Southern Illinois.
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Understanding Social Security Disability RequirementsThe St. Louis Missouri Law Office of Crowe & ShanahanThe Social Security Law Group Most people mistakenly believe they have to be completely disabled before they are eligible to receive Social Security Disability benefits. At the St. Louis, Missouri law office of Crowe & Shanahan our attorneys explain what is required, what sorts of medical documentation is needed and how to prepare your information for your application. Despite what many people think, the fact is you can work if your income is under a certain level and still be eligible to receive disability insurance benefits. Understanding what requirements you need to meet, however, requires informed advice and knowledge of the law that Crowe & Shanahan provides its clients. Our lawyers bring over 60 years of combined legal experience to our practice, the last 20 of which have been devoted completely to helping people get Social Security Disability benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Contact the law office of Crowe & Shanahan today to learn more information about how we can help you. We’ve helped over thousands of people qualify for disability benefits in our firm’s history. We represent clients throughout the St. Louis metro area, eastern Missouri and southern Illinois. Social Security Disability - An OverviewIf you are considering applying for Social Security Disability benefits, or if you are in the midst of appealing a denial of benefits, it is important to understand the Social Security Administration's approval process. In addition to meeting the definition of "disabled" and fulfilling the earnings requirements that the Social Security Administration dictates, you must present a convincing and organized application. An experienced Social Security Disability attorney can offer insight and guidance in your pursuit of benefits. An impairment that qualifies as a disability under Social Security Administration (SSA) guidelines must be quite serious. The impairment must render the applicant unable to perform any substantial gainful activity — that is, the applicant must not be able to earn more than a minimum amount of money, determined each year by the SSA. The impairment must completely disable the applicant. It must be expected to last for a year, have already lasted a year or be expected to cause the applicant's death. But this is not the end of the qualifying tests. What Are Social Security Disability Benefits?If your disability prevents you from working, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. The Social Security Administration provides monthly benefits to people who meet strict criteria concerning work history and disability level. Because the application and appeals process can be complex, the assistance of an attorney can be enormously helpful. Contact an attorney for more information. Who Is Eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits?The federal Social Security Disability program provides benefits to qualified disabled individuals. The program sets out numerous requirements for recipients, including a strict definition of disability and a minimum work history. If you have questions about whether you qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance, contact a lawyer to learn more. The Social Security Disability Application ProcessIf you become disabled and your condition is expected to last for at least one year (or end in death), consider applying for Social Security Disability benefits. The sooner you start the application process, the less time you will have to wait for your benefits. The process can take a long time and require intensive documentation. It may be necessary to appeal a negative decision. The help of an attorney can guide you through the complex and demanding process. The Decision and AppealThe Social Security Disability benefits application and appeals process can seem daunting. The more you know, however, the better your chance of presenting your application in the best light possible. If you receive a negative decision, you have several opportunities to appeal it. Speak with an attorney to learn your options and plan your strategy.
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Whether you are planning to apply for Social Security Benefits, or you are planning to appeal a recent...
Do you qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits?
You may if you meet the follow criteria:
- I have worked and paid Social Security taxes for five out of the last ten years prior to the date I became disabled.
- I am now disabled from jobs I performed within the last 15 years due to illness or injury.
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