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SPRINGFIELD SOCIAL SECURITY & SSI LAWYER

  • SPRINGFIELD
  • HOLYOKE
  • CHICOPEE
  • AMHERST
  • LUDLOW
  • NORTHAMPTON
  • PITTSFIELD
  • WESTFIELD

disabled man in wheelchair At the Serrano Law Firm, we help disabled persons in the Springfield - Holyoke - Northampton area of Massachusetts get Social Security Disability or SSI benefits. We have 30 years experience helping clients win the benefits they need when physical or mental impairments leave them unable to work. If your or your child's claim for disability has been denied, call us at 860 236-9350 or toll free at 800 856-6400.

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We have obtained Disability and SSI benefits in cases involving a wide range of disabilities, including:

  • Physical Disabilities, such as arthritis, asthma, brain injuries, cancer, cerebral palsy, cirrhosis and other liver conditions, diabetes, fibromyalgia, hearing loss, heart
    problems, hepatitis, herniated disks and other lumbar and cervical (back and neck) problems, HIV and AIDS, lupus, and sleep apnea.
  • Psychiatric Disabilities, such as agoraphobia, anxiety, bipolar disorders, depression, mental retardation, panic attacks, and schizophrenia.
  • Child Disorders, such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD),learning disabilities, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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Obtenga los beneficios de Seguro Social que merece si no puede trabajar debido a una enfermedad, lesión o condición psicológica. Obtenga beneficios para su hijo si está discapacitado debido a una discapacidad de aprendizaje, ADHD, asma y otras razones médicas. Llame para una cita gratuita para ver si podemos ayudarlo.

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MY SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY CLAIM KEEPS GETTING DENIED

Social Security Disability claim stamped deniedSocial Security Disability claims are denied for many reasons. Important facts in your medical records may have been overlooked. Records may be missing. The difficulty of your job may not have been understood if it was decided that you could return to it. Cases also get decided for technical reasons, such as insufficient quarters of work or a disability date that is too early or too late.
The best disability attorneys must be familiar with the law and the many federal regulations that govern Social Security Disability and SSI cases and must be able to understand complex medical conditions.

Top Ten Reasons to Hire a Social Security Disability Lawyer

  • Your chances of winning are greatly increased.
  • A disability lawyer knows the intricacies of Social Security law.
  • A disability lawyer will know which are the facts of your case that should be emphasized to the Social Security judge who hears your case.
  • What “disability” means to the Social Security Administration is different than how most people use the word.  A disability lawyer understands this.
  • An experienced Social Security lawyer will be familiar with the judges and know how best to present your case.
  • A lawyer will present your case in an organized, logical manner.
  • A lawyer will highlight the strong points of your case and minimize its weakensses.
  • An experienced disability lawyer will make sure the Social Security Administration has the necessary medical records to prove your disability claim. Your medical
    records may be hundreds of pages long — a good Social Security lawyer will make sure nothing important is overlooked.
  • An experienced Social Security Disability / SSI lawyer will prepare you for the hearing with the judge by letting you know which questions most likely will be asked and which facts you should be sure to tell the judge about your case.
  • Approximately 3 million Social Security Disability and SSI claims are filed each year. An experienced disability lawyer will make sure your case does not become
    bogged down due to bureaucratic delays.

How to Apply for Social Security Disability or SSI

Apply for Social Security Disability or SSI Benefits in Person, By Phone or Online.

Appeal If Your Social Security Disability or SSI Application Is Denied.

  • Do not miss the 60-day deadline for appealing your disability claim.
  • Appeal by filling out the form for a  Request for Reconsideration.
  • Appeal again if your social security disability or ssi request for reconsideration or request for review is denied.
  • Do not miss the 60-day deadline for appealing your disability claim.
  • File the form  Request for Hearing by Administrative Law Judge.
  • Contact an experienced Social Security Disability lawyer to represent you at the hearing.
Springfield Massachusetts Hearing Office for Social Security Disability SSI  Hearing with Social Security Administrative Law Judge

Apply for Social Security Disability and SSI Benefits at These Local Offices

CONNECTICUT
Ansonia New Haven
Bridgeport New London
Danbury Norwich
East Hartford Stamford
Hartford Torrington
Meriden Waterbury
Middletown Willimantic
New Britain
MASSACHUSETTS
Greenfield Holyoke
North Adams Pittsfield
Springfield

SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY FOR ADULTS

Disabled man in wheelchair with child You will qualify for disability benefits if you can prove that physical or psychiatric disabilities keep you from working according to Social Security's rules. You will be entitled to benefits if your condition is so bad that you meet or equal the level of severity that Social Security has listed for your condition. You will also win your disability case if you cannot do even the easiest job you had during the last 15 years and your age, education, past work experience, lack of skills, and poor physical condition keep you from doing any other job.

Social Security Benefits for Physical Disability.

We have won benefits for adult clients with many different types of physical disabilities, including asthma, diabetes, herniated disks and other lumbar and cervical (back and neck) problems, arthritis, heart problems, fibromyalgia, sleep apnea, AIDS, cancer, hepatitis, cirrhosis and other liver conditions, brain injuries, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, lupus, vision problems and hearing loss.

Social Security Benefits for Mental Disability.

From our 30 years of experience, we know that a successful psychiatric disability case requires particular care and attention. Because there are no objective tests to prove psychological impairment, it is necessary to show through history and testimony that work is impossible for someone suffering from anxiety, agoraphobia, panic attacks, depression, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorders.

SSI BENEFITS FOR CHILDREN

Child have learning problems We help families who apply for SSI children's benefits in Western Massachusetts present their cases as strongly as possible to the Social Security Administration. We know the law and how to explain your child's medical or psychological conditions, such as asthma, ADHD, learning problems or PTSD, to give you the best possible chance to qualify your child for SSI benefits.
To obtain SSI benefits for your child, your family must certain income and financial resource requirements that are below certain amounts.

Your child can be approved for SSI disability benefits in two ways:

Your  child can have an impairment that is severe enough to meet or equal the list of medical conditions that Social Security maintains for the major body systems.

Your child is found to have an extreme impairment in one of the following areas of functioning or a marked impairment in two of the areas:

  • Acquiring and Using Information
  • Attending and Completing Tasks
  • Interacting and Relating with Others
  • Moving About and Manipulating Objects
  • Caring for Yourself
  • Health and Physical Well Being

SSI BENEFITS FOR ADULTS

Disabled man walks with child For an adult to qualify for SSI (Supplemental Security Income) benefits, he or she must meet the same rules for physical or psychiatric impairment that are required to qualify for Social Security Disability.
SSI is available to adults who have not worked enough time before their disability started to have paid into the Social Security system. SSI applicants must meet certain maximum household asset and income limits.
Benefits for SSI cannot be paid before the date of the SSI application.

When You Need a Social Security Disability Lawyer,
Rely on Our Skill, Determination and 30 Years Experience