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Social Security Disability Lawyers

Representing the Injured in Kentucky and Tennessee

Social Security Disability is an insurance system designed to help with financial hardships throughout life, not just after retirement. If you are unable to work due to a disease or injury, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits regardless of your age. Claims are not always approved but you might have a valid case and still need the help of an attorney. Contact a Kentucky or Tennessee Social Security Disability lawyer at Hughes & Coleman, equipped to handle Kentucky and Tennessee Social Security Disability claims. You and your dependent children may be due thousands of dollars in past benefits.

You may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits if you are unable to work due to:

Breathing problems
Pain
Chronic heart disease
Obesity
Degenerative disc disease
Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Mental disorders
Blindness or deafness
Rheumatoid arthritis
Seizures despite the use of medication
Cancer
Immune system disorders
Neurological disorders
Extreme psoriasis involving hands and feet
Multiple sclerosis
HIV positive
Depression
Other severe medical conditions

You may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits if you are prescribed:

Loratab®
Hydrocodone®
Lexapro®
Oxycotin®
Morphine

What is Social Security Disability Insurance?

Social Security Disability Insurance is a chief benefit of the Social Security Act; disability insurance is a program in which employees contribute from each paycheck to a fund designed to help those who fall out of the workforce into disability. The Social Security Administration (www.ssa.gov) reviews each case of those claiming disability so those who truly need financial support receive it.

How do I qualify for Social Security Disability benefits?

Generally, you must meet two criteria set by the government: the amount of time you have worked and the nature of your disability. The Social Security Administration uses a system of earned work credits per year, but in general you need to have worked fairly regularly and recently before you became disabled. Having worked five of the past ten years usually qualifies you. As for the nature of your disability, any medical condition that prevents you from working at your former job or adjusting to a new one could make you eligible for significant benefits.

What's the difference between Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

Supplemental Security Income is a program for those with extremely low income who have become disabled. The eligibility rules for the disability are similar; what differs for SSI is that you must submit documentation of your low income rather than your work history. Also, where disability insurance is funded by deductions from paychecks, SSI is federally funded.

When can I file for Social Security Disability Insurance?

Once you acquire a condition that is likely to keep you out of work for the coming year, you should file immediately for benefits. What's more, it can take a while for your claim to be processed, so the sooner, the better.

What are my chances of being approved for benefits?

There is no way of knowing for certain whether your condition will be judged as eligible for benefits by the Social Security Administration. Two people with the same disease won't necessarily both be approved. The key element is the severity of your condition � that it is severe enough to keep you out of work for significant stretches of time.

What if I am denied benefits?

It is fairly common for initial claims for Social Security Disability benefits to be denied. Often, however, your claim will be approved at a higher level. Obtain the professional services of a Kentucky or Tennessee Social Security Disability lawyer, one experienced in employment law in Kentucky or Tennessee Social Security Disability benefits cases. The offices of Hughes & Coleman want to help you get the money you deserve.

Certification as a Social Security Specialist is not currently available in Tennessee.

Free Consultation

If you feel you were unjustly denied Social Security Disability benefits, Contact a Hughes & Coleman Kentucky or Tennessee Social Security Disability Lawyer today. We have offices in Bowling Green, Louisville, Lexington, Murfreesboro, Nashville, Gallatin, and Clarksville. Complete a Free Online Consultation Form or call us toll free at (800) 489-6000 to contact us today.

Lexington 277 E. High St. Suite 110 Lexington, Kentucky 40507 (800) 489-6000	Louisville Legal Arts Building 200 S. 7th St., Suite 110 Louisville, KY 40202 (800) 489-6000	Nashville 446 James Robertson Pkwy Suite 100 Nashville, TN 37219 (800) 489-6000	Murfreesboro 1501 Memorial Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (800) 489-6000
Bowling Green 1256 Campbell Lane,Suite 201 Bowling Green, Kentucky 42104 (800) 489-6000	Gallatin 1184 Nashville Pike Gallatin, TN 37066 (800) 489-6000	Clarksville 323 N. Riverside Dr. Clarksville, TN 37040 (800) 489-6000