Supplemental Security Income Attorneys
Supplemental Security Income may help eligible people with limited income and resources who meet the program’s requirements. Pisanchyn Law Firm helps Pennsylvania residents understand applications, evidence, and appeals.
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Understanding Supplemental Security Income
SSI has different financial and other requirements from SSDI. We review the facts of the application, the SSA notice, and the supporting records before discussing next steps.
Preparing Your Application or Appeal
We help organize the relevant medical, work, and financial information, review correspondence from Social Security, and explain what the next stage may require.
Tell Us What Happened
Free consultation. We can review your SSA notice and explain possible next steps.
Program Eligibility
We review the information relevant to this part of your disability claim.
Financial Information
We review the information relevant to this part of your disability claim.
Medical Records
We review the information relevant to this part of your disability claim.
SSA Notices
We review the information relevant to this part of your disability claim.
Appeal Deadlines
We review the information relevant to this part of your disability claim.
Hearing Preparation
We review the information relevant to this part of your disability claim.
Supplemental Security Income Attorneys
According to the Social Security Administration, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a Federal income supplement program funded by general tax revenues. The program is meant to help disabled citizens that have little or no income. Cash is provided to applicants so that they can afford basic needs such as clothing, food and shelter.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR SSI?
If you earn less than a specific income level that The Social Security Administration sets, you could qualify for SSI.
- Other factors to qualifying for SSI include:
- Having limited resources
- Being a U.S. Citizen (though there exceptions in some cases)
- You must be disabled under the definition set by The Social Security Administration.
WHAT IF SSI IS DENIED?
Even if you or a loved one is disabled and fall within the Administrations eligibility requirements, you may receive a denial for SSI initially. The Social Security Administration (SSA) relies on medical records to evaluate the validity of SSI claims and has very specific requirements regarding the evidence that it needs to award benefits. The Pisanchyn Law Firm’s Supplemental Security Income attorneys have successfully obtained SSI benefits for many clients and can help you, too. We are well-versed with what the Administration is looking for and can help build your case so that you are awarded the benefits you deserve.
SSI FOR CHILDREN AND ADULT DEPENDENT CHILDREN
Pursuing SSI benefits for children is a much more complex process than filing a claim for an adult. Our Supplemental Security Income attorneys have extensive experience securing children’s SSI benefits.
SSI benefits can begin at birth. Some requirements for children obtaining SSI include:
- Being under 18 years of age, however, benefits are also available for disabled adult children whose disability began before they turned 22
- Suffering a physical or mental impairment that results in severe functional limitations
- Long-term impairment (12+ months or more) or impairment that is expected to result in death
- How Our SSI Attorneys Can Help You
The Social Security Filing and Appeal process is very complex and if you don’t know the ins and outs of the process it could hurt your case. Please, call our Pennsylvania supplemental security income lawyers toll free 1-800-444-5309 for a free consultation. We have offices in Harrisburg, Philadelphia, Scranton and Pittsburgh and will travel to you.
Keep These Records Together
- Save every application, decision letter, and notice from Social Security.
- Keep a list of treating clinicians, appointments, and relevant medical records.
- Gather your work history and any requested financial information.
- Note deadlines stated on an SSA notice and respond on time.
- Tell your representative when your condition or treatment changes.
Related Social Security Services
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Supplemental Security Income FAQs
What should I bring to a consultation?
Bring recent Social Security notices, a list of medical providers, work history, and records you already have.
What if the application was denied?
Keep the notice and check its appeal deadline. We can review the reason for the denial and discuss available options.
Are SSI and SSDI the same program?
No. They have different eligibility rules. The right program depends on your circumstances.
Help From Pisanchyn Law Firm
Our team helps Pennsylvania residents understand Social Security disability claims and appeals from Scranton, Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, and surrounding communities.
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