In order to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits in Michigan, there are certain requirements which must be met. One of the largest federally funded programs in the U.S., Social Security Disability was created to help those who cannot work due to an illness or injury which will last more than a year or cause death. In order to qualify for Social Security benefits, you must “meet the earnings requirements” for benefits which include a recent work test based on your age and when you became disabled and the duration of work test which will determine whether you have worked long enough under Social Security to qualify. The Social Security Administration does make certain exceptions for those who are blind requiring certain workers to “pass” only the duration of work test.
As with all benefits programs, it is imperative that you apply for these benefits as soon as possible as it may take as much as 3 to 5 months to process your application. Even then, there is no guarantee that you will receive benefits right away as the final decision regarding whether or not you are “disabled” is up to the Social Security Administration’s disability specialists. Questions which will help in determining the final outcome include is your condition on the List of Impairments? Can you do the same work you did before? Is your condition severe and are you working or can you work?
In Grayling, not having money after you have been injured or become ill can be difficult to cope with. Although the community is known to support and stand together helping one another in times of need, having the help of benefits you earned in the form of SSD is imperative to helping you and your family in the long-term.
Social Security Disability Attorneys Grayling MI
APKH&C are Social Security Disability Attorneys Grayling MI. Representing clients in Grayling, Gaylord and throughout Northern Michigan, APKH&C can provide the knowledge and support you need when dealing with issues relating to social security. Located in Gaylord, APKH&C are just under a half-hour from Grayling and accepting new clients. If believe you may qualify for Social Security Disability in Northern Michigan, call APKH&C today at 1.877.732.2491 or simply fill out the form below for your free consultation.