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Dealing with the Social Security Administration can be daunting, especially for someone dealing with a disability. The rules are complex and the application process confusing. You fill out volumes of forms which all seem to ask you the same question five different ways. Ever wonder why that is? (Well, we know and it might not be what you think.) So while dealing with the Social Security Administration on your own may give you a migraine, at the Law Office of Stephanie J. Stevenson, you can expect straight talk and personalized legal service to help you navigate the system without making your head hurt.

We know how important it is to take time to learn the unique issues you face so that we can help you put your best case forward. We ’ve learned that taking the time in the beginning saves time later on. We’ll help you fill out your application and all those forms to ensure your answers don ’t pose problems down the road.

We’re here to answer your questions because we know that if you understand what SSA is looking for, you will be better prepared to respond. We have even prepared a free report to help you get more information. We’re most often asked what it takes to qualify for benefits. While that answer is complicated, depending upon your age and disability, in general you first have to have worked in jobs covered by Social Security for an adequate amount of time. In addition you must have a medical condition that meets Social Security's definition of disability. This is where things get tricky. Not every condition is disabling, and just because you have a diagnosis doesn ’t mean you have a case. Your disability must be so severe that it prevents you from engaging in substantial gainful activity for at least a year. Substantial gainful activity is a bit more complicated than working, so you can see why it is important to have an attorney by your side.

If you meet the criteria, however, you will be entitled to a monthly cash benefit. You will also be eligible for Medicare 29 months from the date your disability began. Benefits usually continue until you are able to work again on a regular basis, and there are a number of special rules, called work incentives, that provide continued benefits and in some cases health care coverage to help you make the transition back to work.

Our legal team can help you answer these and other important questions:

• How much work do you need to qualify?

• What is the Social Security Administration's definition of “disability?”

• How does the SSA decide if you are disabled?

• Does my age and work history make a difference?

• How important is my doctor’s opinion on whether I can work?

Helping people get benefits. It’s what we do all day long. And we’re ready to help you too.

You may also visit the Social Security Administration website to learn more. SSA website

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Thank you,

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Please accept my wholehearted and sincere gratitude for accepting my claim.

I have much confidence in your representation and in your experience.”

Sincerely,

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