Michigan Social Security Disability Lawyers: Helping You Get the Benefits You Deserve
If you’ve got a health condition that prevents you from working, you might qualify for Social Security disability benefits.
That being said, a lot of folks in Michigan get their Social Security Disability benefits denied, and not necessarily because their symptoms aren’t real. A lot of the time, it has a lot more to do with paperwork issues.
Having a good lawyer gives you a much better chance of getting approved. The Social Security Disability Lawyers Michigan at Cochran, Kroll & Associates, P.C. know how to get you the benefits you need. We can help you with your application or step in and handle the appeal and hearing.
Understanding Social Security Disability (SSD) in Michigan
Social Security Disability gives a monthly income and Medicare coverage to people who can’t work because of a severe medical condition. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has two programs: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) for workers who’ve earned enough credits, and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for people with low incomes.
Who Qualifies for SSD Benefits?
You need recent work history and enough work credits to be able to get SSDI; that usually means 40 credits, and 20 have come from the last 10 years. SSI is different because it doesn’t require any work history, but your income and assets can’t go over $2,000.
Besides that, you’ve got to prove you can’t do any substantial work because of your condition. The SSA Blue Book has a list of specific impairments that automatically qualify, but you can still win if your condition’s not on the list, as long as you can show that you can’t have a full-time job because of how bad your symptoms are.
Types of Disabilities Covered
SSD is for folks with physical and mental conditions that keep them from working: Chronic back problems, autoimmune diseases, respiratory conditions (like COPD), cardiovascular issues, diabetes with complications, depression, anxiety, PTSD, etc. But you’ve got to give them consistent medical documentation to prove your condition’s legit.
Cochran, Kroll & Associates, P.C., looks at your medical records to build you the strongest case possible.
Why Claims Get Denied – Common Mistakes to Avoid
The SSA gets a ton of applications every year, but over half get turned down, and a lot of the time, it’s because something’s missing in the paperwork. You’ve got to give the SSA detailed records from specialists that show your diagnosis, treatment, and limitations. If you don’t have that, you’ll get denied.
If you earn too much, that’s an automatic denial. Substantial gainful activity is $1,550 per month for most applicants these days.
Other things that’ll get you denied are missed deadlines or empty blanks on your application. Our disability attorneys of Michigan make sure everything’s in order and on time.
How Our Disability Lawyers Help You Win Your Case
Applying for Social Security Disability is stressful, but Cochran, Kroll & Associates, P.C. can take care of things so the burden’s not on your shoulders.
Filing Initial Claims
We get complete medical records from all your providers and work with your doctors to document how your condition affects daily activities. We fill out all the SSA forms accurately and submit supporting statements.
If you’re also dealing with workplace injuries that contributed to your disability, we can coordinate those claims, too.
Handling Appeals and Hearings
If the SSA denies your claim, you’ve got 60 days to file a Request for Reconsideration. If that gets turned down, you can request a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge. Legal representation makes the biggest difference at this point because we prepare you for testimony, cross-examine vocational experts, and present medical evidence.
Why Choose Cochran, Kroll & Associates
Choosing the right Michigan social security disability attorney makes a huge difference. Here’s what sets Cochran, Kroll & Associates, P.C. apart.
Proven Results in SSD Cases
We’ve spent decades helping Michigan residents get their disability benefits. We know SSA regulations and what evidence judges want to see.
If you’ve had a serious injury, our attorneys can help you get all the compensation that’s available.
Personalized Legal Guidance
Cochran, Kroll & Associates, P.C. takes time to understand your medical history and your limitations. You get direct access to your attorney and pay nothing unless we win because we work on contingency.
Schedule a Free Consultation
Contact us today for a free consultation, no obligation. We work on contingency, so you pay nothing unless we win your case. Call us at 1-866-MICH-LAW anytime, 24/7, to schedule a free case evaluation with our social security attorneys in Michigan.
FAQs About Social Security Disability in Michigan
How long does it take to get approved for Social Security Disability in Michigan?
Your initial claim takes three to six months, and if you get denied, you have to wait another three to five months for reconsideration. If you request a hearing, it can take 12 to 18 more months. Everything goes a lot faster and smoother if you’ve got a disability lawyer.
Can I work while receiving Social Security Disability benefits?
You can work part-time, but only if your income is below the substantial gainful activity limits. The SSA lets you do a nine-month Trial Work Period without losing benefits.
What happens if my disability claim gets denied?
You’ve got 60 days to file a Request for Reconsideration. If that doesn’t work, you can ask for a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge. A Michigan social security disability attorney gives you a better chance of winning.
Do I need a lawyer for my Social Security Disability claim?
It’s not required, but you’re a lot better off with a social security disability attorney who knows what evidence the SSA wants and who knows how to handle hearings.
How much does it cost to hire a Social Security Disability lawyer in Michigan?
Most disability attorneys of Michigan work on contingency, so you don’t pay anything unless you get approved.
Can I get Social Security Disability for mental health conditions?
The SSA accepts depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental illnesses as disabling conditions. You need consistent treatment records that document your symptoms.
The social security administration bases its decision on these criteria:
Are you working?
Is your medical condition severe?
Is your medical condition on the state agency List of Impairments?
Can you do the work you did before?
Can you do any other type of work?
Getting the help you need on your social security disability claim
Due to Cochran, Kroll & Associates’ vast experience in personal injury and medical malpractice litigation we can be of crucial importance in the success of an appeal because we understand how to present evidence on disabilities and explain why they prevent employment.
Contact us as soon as you are denied Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income benefits and use our expertise in appealing adverse decisions and receiving the payments to which you and your family are entitled.
If you believe you are a victim, let Cochran, Kroll & Associates fight for your rights. There is no obligation for case evaluation and no fee is charged unless a recovery is made.
The Law Offices of Cochran, Kroll & Associates, P.C. is dedicated to representing individuals and families who have suffered catastrophic losses as a result of injuries, disabilities and death. The firm does not represent insurance companies or corporations but instead bases its practice upon representing individuals and families.
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WHAT HAPPENED:
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$1 Million
Medical Malpractice/Wrongful Death
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What Happened:
While in the hospital a mother of three was not properly treated for a closed-head injury causing her untimely death.
Result: $1 Million
$1.4 Million
Accidents & Injuries/Brain Injury
Livonia, Michigan
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$9 Million
Medical Malpractice / Misdiagnosis
Wayne County, Michigan
WHAT HAPPENED:
Patient suffered cardiac arrest and brain damage when a hospital failed to recognize internal bleeding and treatment was delayed for more than 14 hours.
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$3.3 Million
Accidents & Injuries/Auto Accident
Tuscola County, Michigan
WHAT HAPPENED:
A Tuscola County jury awarded $3.3 million to a severely brain injured motorist as the result of a defective Michigan highway.
Result: $3.3 Million
$1.25 Million
Accidents & Injuries/Construction Site Injury
Flint, Michigan
WHAT HAPPENED:
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Result: $1.25 Million
$1.9 Million
Medical Malpractice
Wayne County, Michigan
What Happened:
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Result: $1.9 Million
$3.8 Million
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Accidents & Injuries/Truck Accident
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$225,000
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Redford, Michigan
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$125,000
Workers Compensation
Detroit, Michigan
What Happened:
A construction worker redeemed his worker’s compensation case for $125,000 in Detroit, Michigan.
Result: $125,000
$400,000
Accidents & Injuries/Auto Accident
Monroe, Michigan
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Result: $125,000
$2.2 Million
Medical Malpractice/Birth Injury
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Result: $2.2
$80,000
Accidents & Injuries/Auto Accident
Bay City, Michigan
What Happened:
A Bay City grandmother was awarded $80,000 following an auto accident resulting in a broken leg.
Result: $80,000
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