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DISABLED AMERICANS LIVING IN ILLINOIS

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If you live in Illinois and you need to file a new Application for Social Security Disability (SSD) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or you’ve been denied recently and want Attorney representation in your appeal, then THE SOCIAL SECURITY LAW GROUP is here to help.

We’ve helped Disabled Americans in Illinois win their disability claims going back as far as 1994! Our experienced staff and Attorneys have represented clients whose home zip codes are serviced by the Illinois Local Offices of SSA listed below.

If your case is denied and a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge is required, we will represent you at your hearing. Our initial consultation is free and you never pay any fees or expenses unless we win your case!

CALL 800-909-SSLG TO SPEAK WITH AN ATTORNEY

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Illinois Social Security Disability Lawyer

Let Us Do the Heavy Lifting—We Help People Get Social Security Disability Benefits in Illinois

At Social Security Law Group, our Illinois Social Security disability attorneys are focused on helping people and families get the full financial support that they rightfully deserve under the law. With nearly three decades of experience representing clients, our firm has helped more than 55,000 people recover SSD benefits. If you have any questions about the Social Security disability claims process, we are more than ready to get you reliable answers. To arrange a no cost, strictly confidential initial consultation with a top-rated Illinois Social Security disability attorney, please get in touch with our law firm today.

An Overview of Social Security Disability Benefits in Illinois

Social Security disability (SSD) benefits provide compensation to qualifying individuals who are no longer able to work due to an injury, illness, or significant medical impairment. SSD benefits are paid by two federal programs. As a resident of Illinois, you may be eligible for Social Security disability benefits through:

  • Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI): Not everyone can claim benefits through SSDI. You must have a long enough work history, based on your age. As an employee, you pay Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) taxes. When you pay enough into the “system”, you become insured through the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) If you are insured and you are no longer able to work due to a qualifying disability, you can claim Social Security disability benefits through the SSDI program. To get more information, please call our Illinois SSDI lawyers today.
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI): The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a strictly needs-based alternative to SSDI. With SSI claims, there is no work history requirement. However, there are tight income/resources requirements. If you have specific questions about your eligibility, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Illinois SSI attorneys for help.

SSDI/SSI Denied in Illinois? Know Your Right to Appeal

There are few things more frustrating or stress-inducing than finding out that your SSD benefits have been denied, If your Social Security disability benefits were denied in Illinois, you are not out of options—far from it. A significant percentage of initial Social Security disability claims are denied. You can file an appeal to seek SSDI or SSI benefits. Here are the stages of the Social Security disability appeals process:

  1. Filing a request for reconsideration;
  2. Going before an administrative law judge (ALJ);
  3. Escalating an appeal to an appeals council; and
  4. Filing a lawsuit in an Illinois federal court.

With Social Security disability appeals, a proactive approach is vital. To bring a successful challenge of an SSDI denial or an SSI denial, an applicant should show supplemental evidence that directly addresses the SSA’s stated reasoning. If you have any questions about Social Security disability appeals, our Illinois SSD attorneys can help.

The Social Security Law Group Will Do the Heavy Lifting

The Social Security disability claims process is complicated. Unfortunately, many people run into unexpected problems. At Social Security Law Group, we are here to do the heavy lifting for you and your family. Whether that means assisting with an initial application or preparing an appeal. When you call our firm, you will speak to an Illinois Social Security disability lawyers who will:

  • Listen to your story and answer your questions about the legal process;
  • Complete the paperwork and gather the documents/records you need; and
  • Take your claim as far as needed to maximize your Social Security disability benefits.

You may have understandable concerns about the cost of hiring a top-rated Illinois Social Security disability attorney. It is never an issue with our law firm. With the Social Security Law Group, there are no fees unless we win your case. Further, our fees are regulated and automatically withheld by the SSA so you never have to worry about paying out of your own pocket.

Call Our Illinois Social Security Disability Lawyers for Immediate Help

At Social Security Law Group, our Illinois Social Security disability attorneys are committed to providing exceptional legal representation to our clients. If you need assistance with the Social Security application process or you are preparing to file an appeal, we are here to walk you through every step of the process. Contact us now for a free review of your case. We provide Social Security disability services throughout Illinois, including in Chicago, Aurora, Joliet, Naperville, Rockford, Springfield, Peoria, Champaign, Evanston, Arlington Heights, Schaumburg, Decatur, and Wheaton.

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