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Social Security
 Social Security is a program of the United States federal government that provides retirement income, health care for the aged, and disability coverage for eligible workers and their dependents. If you are unable to work due to a disease or injury, you may be eligible for Connecticut Social Security disability benefits regardless of your age.
You may be eligible for Connecticut Social Security disability benefits if you are unable to work anymore due to one or more of the following:
- Breathing difficulties
- Chronic heart disease
- Obesity
- Mental disorders
- Blindness or deafness
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Seizures
- Cancer
- Immune system disorders
- Neurological disorders
- Extreme psoriasis involving hands and feet
- Multiple sclerosis
- HIV positive
- Other severe medical conditions
What is Social Security Disability Insurance?
One of the key benefits 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 will review each individual case of those claiming Social Security disability, so that the ones in need receive the support.
How do I qualify for benefits?
You must meet two criteria set by the government: the amount 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 have become disabled. Usually, if you have worked 5 of the past 10 years, you have qualified. 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.
When can I file for Social Security Disability Insurance?
You should file immediately, once you know that you have a disability that will interfer with your work efforts. A Connecticut Social Security Disability lawyer from The Nicholas Law Firm can help you. This process can be very time consuming, so the sooner we start the process, the sooner you will see results.
What do I do if I am denied the benefits of SSI?
It is very uncommon for initial claims for Social Security Disability benefits to be denied. Often, however, your claim will be approved at a higher level. In order to increase your chances of receiving benefits, we recommend you use the professional services of a Connecticut Social Security Disability lawyer experienced in employment law and Connecticut Social Security disability cases. Give the Law Offices of The Nicholas Law Firm a call today!
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