Social Security Terms and Definitions Fort Lauderdale Attorney
If you are disabled and seeking Social Security Disability (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, there are many things you should know. At the Social Security Disability Law Firm, P.A., we represent clients at all stages of the claims and appeals processes. We can explain the process, help complete paperwork and meet important deadlines, and answer any questions you may have.
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Social Security Terms and Definitions
Administrative Law Judge — A judge who presides at an Administrative Hearing, where a claimant is given the opportunity to meet in person to explain the disability and its effect on the claimant's ability to work.
Appeals — Social Security Disability claimants can appeal a denied claim through many levels of the SSDI appeals process: Reconsideration, Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) hearing, Appeals Council, and Federal Court Appeal.
Disability claim — Individuals who are disabled and meet certain employment qualifications can file a Social Security Disability claim. Those who do not meet employment qualifications (such as children) may be eligible for Supplemental Security Income benefits.
Disability examiners — All initial disability claims are evaluated by a disability examiner prior to the Administrative Hearing. These individuals determine whether a claimant meets the medical eligibility requirements to get SSDI or SSI benefits.
Social Security Disability (SSDI) — The SSDI program is administered by the Social Security Administration, and is designed to help individuals financially who are unable to work due to a disability.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) — The SSI program is administered by the Social Security Administration, and is designed to supplement the income of individuals who are disabled, blind, over the age of 65, and who qualify as low-income.
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