Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Understanding SSI and the Claims Process
What exactly is Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and how do you apply for it? The SSI program provides cash payments and medical assistance to people who can't work because of age or a disabling physical or mental impairment. This money and benefits are also available to help the parents and families of disabled children.
SSI is a need-based, national program with only two essential requirements:
- You must meet the Social Security Administration's (SSA) definition of what it means to be disabled.
- You must have little to no income or assets.
Beyond that, the application, appeals process and evaluation criteria are essentially the same for both the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and SSI programs.
Applying for Supplemental Security Income benefits isn't any easier or less confusing than applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. In either case, the vast majority of the nearly one million disability claims that are initially denied each year are from people who chose to apply or appeal their claims without the help of a lawyer. Make the wise choice and contact our New York law firm instead.
We Help Make a Difficult and Confusing Process Easier
The dedicated team of professionals at Schwartzapfel Partners P.C. know what evidence the government needs to see and how that evidence has to be presented before the SSA will issue a favorable decision on a claim for SSI benefits. We have handled thousands of cases involving all types of legal matters — and have a success rate of over 98 percent* on behalf of our clients.
We also believe that the more you know, the better you'll feel about the process and what's happening with your case. We will take the time to explain how it all works, prepare you for what to expect and keep you fully informed throughout the process.
No Fee Unless We Win. Contact Our New York SSI Lawyers Today.
To learn more about our practice or the Supplemental Security Income program, call our office now at 888-801-1914 or contact our SSI law firm online. We offer free initial consultations and charge no attorneys fees unless and until we win your claim and get money and benefits for you.
*Past results don't guarantee a future outcome.
