ATHENS VETERANS: NEED SOCIAL SECURITY DISABIITY CHECKS?

There are many US veterans living in our around Athens, AL.  They served their country with distinction.  Some of the veterans are disabled and may be entitled to Social Security disability benefits.

Disabled veterans should be receiving both VA benefits and Social Security disability benefits.  One benefit does not reduce or interfere with the other.

Be aware that Social Security doesn't make it easy to get benefits and this is true even for veterans.  A large percentage of fully qualified veterans are denied--even though they meet all the criteria for benefits.  If this happens to you, appeal the denial immediately and go "up the chain of command" at Social Security.

Also, there is a lot of bad information floating around these days about veterans and Social Security.  Be sure you know the facts before you decide to give up on Social Security benefits.  (Most of the cases that we win were denied earlier in the process).

For example, you do not have to wait until you are out of military service to apply for benefits.  You may qualify for disability benefits while receiving active duty pay if you are unable to perform your military job.

Further, it does not matter whether your impairment is related to your military service or not.  If you became disabled while serving in any branch of the US military, you may qualify for Social Security disability (SSDI) benefits.

Finally, there is no income limit for veterans wishing to qualify for SSDI.  Your VA disability or retirement income will NOT disqualify you for Social Security benefits.  You need not be poor or have limited income to qualify for Social Security disability.

Veterans first became covered by the Social Security disability program beginning in1955. 

The application process can be confusing and complex, especially if the initial application is denied.  Professional guidance through the process can make your life easier and save you a lot of frustration.  It may also provide a better chance of success in getting benefits.

The Forsythe Firm in Huntsville spends a great deal of time working with veterans.  Our success rate is among the highest in the nation.  There is never a fee for any service we provide until you are approved and, only then, if you are approved for retroactive or "past due" benefits.  Initial consultations are free and absolutely without obligation.