Social Security is a federally administered program that most people think is just for retirement benefits. Not true! There is also a complex part of the Social Security program for people with disabilities.

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides monthly disability payments to those who are younger than full retirement age if they are unable to engage in substantial employment activities and have enough prior quarters of work credit to qualify for benefits.

Supplement Security Income (SSI), on the other hand, provides monthly disability benefits to those who have not worked long enough to qualify for SSDI.

To qualify for SSDI or SSI, a person must prove to the Social Security Administration that they are disabled under the Social Security Administration’s rules. Social Security finds a claimant disabled when the claimant proves that they are not capable of doing substantial, gainful employment.

But what does that mean? The Social Security process is complex and you need an experienced attorney on your side from beginning your application through its conclusion.

If you or someone you know has been disabled or unable to do gainful employment or may have a Social Security Claim, call The Cronin Law Firm today for a free consultation.