What We Do
Victory Disability is a law firm dedicated to assisting Military Veterans & Their Families with Social Security Disability Benefit claims. Since our founding in 2014 we have helped THOUSANDS of individuals to obtain benefits for themselves and their families. We handle cases Nationwide and Case Evaluations are always FREE!
What Is Social Security Disability (SSDI)?
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a Social Security program that benefits individuals who become disabled before reaching retirement age. This specific program is based upon an individual’s capacity for gainful employment.
Qualifications For SSDI
To qualify for the SSDI program, an individual must have worked 5 of the past 10 years at a job in which Social Security taxes (FICA) were paid. Specifically, he/she must have earned a minimum of 20 work credits. You can earn up to four work credits per year. More information on Social Security work credits can be found here
The Process
Initial Application
The Initial application stage involves applying for SSI and/or SSDI benefits. You are free to do this on your own, however, we can help you complete the application and accompanying forms. After applying, it may take the Social Security Administration 3 to 6 months to process your application.
RECONSIDERATION
If your initial application is denied, your case may be appealed and move into Reconsideration. The Reconsideration stage involves the SSA collecting more records (if you alert them to the existence of the new records) and reviewing your case. This review will generally take 1 to 5 months.
Hearing
If the Reconsideration is denied, applicants move to the hearing stage. Claimants generally wait an average of 18-24 months for a hearing, after requesting one. The SSA will alert you of the time and place of your hearing about six weeks to a month before the hearing. During this time we will gather evidence and prepare for your hearing.
Decision
Some judges will make a decision at the hearing. Other judges will take 6 – 8 weeks to decide. Regardless, a written decision is sent to you which explains the reason supporting the decision. If you win, you will begin the process of being “placed in pay.” It often takes 6 to 12 weeks to get monthly benefits started, and a few months longer to get your backpay.
What Is Supplemental Security Income? (SSI)
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a Social Security program that is strictly need-based. This program is not related to work history, rather, takes into consideration an individual’s income and assets.
Qualifications For SSI
An individual must meet two conditions in order to qualify for SSI. First, the claimant must be considered disabled according to SSA guidelines. Second, the claimant must have insufficient or no income and less than $2,000 in assets.
