Seattle is the largest city in the Pacific Northwest. In an average year, there is record precipitation falls on average 150 days of the 365 days a year; it is cloudy 201 days and partly cloudy 93 days. Seattle is home to 608,660 residents within a metropolitan area of 3.4 million inhabitants. Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP) projects that approximately 18.7% of the population, between ages 15 to 64, have a disability. Of that approximately 10.0% have a "non-severe" disability and the remaining 8.7% have a severe disability. Due to inclement weather conditions, the city has seen its share of depression, a well-known psychological condition concentrated in Seattle area. Depression and other associated psychological disorders are said to have a higher percentage rate among the disabled population than any other documented medical disability in the city of Seattle.
Seattle Disability attorneys can assist applicants in determining eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. These attorneys can be appointed as an authorized representative on your case, and are very well-versed in the laws of the Social Security Act, governing the Social Security Administration (SSA). Engaging this needed advocacy from the initial application is highly recommended, given the importance of organizing and compiling all necessary documentation for the applicant’s case. The statistics of receiving SSI or SSDI benefits on the first or second (reconsideration) round become increasingly better, if counsel is secured.
Apply for Seattle Social Security Disability Benefits
The SSA decides who is eligible for disability benefits under the rules governing the Social Security Act. SSDI, or Title 2, is for those applicants who have established a work history. This work history enables a disabled worker to potentially draw from the Social Security Trust through payroll deduction taxes, or FICA. SSI or Title 16 is for claimants claiming a disability that have a limited work history as well as limited income and taxes. For applicants or claimants applying for SSDI or SSI, a disability is defined by the SSA as the inability to engage in substantial gainful activity or SGA. This is due to as a result of a medically determinable physical or mental impairment. Also, the defined impairment must last at least 12 months or result in death. Applicants must clearly define the medical impairment and must have very specific medical records from certified medical professionals. A Seattle Disability Attorney can help to define and determine eligibility for a potential applicant, if it exists.
In approximately 80 – 120 days after filling the initial claim, a decision will be handed down to the applicant or claimant. During this initial process, Disability Determination services (DDS) will review each case, and possibly set up a face-to-face appointment or phone interview to further the questioning and review of the applicant. Preparation for this interview, whether over the phone or in person, is absolutely vital. Seattle Disability attorneys are well-versed in SSA procedure during these interviews. If a denial is handed down by an SSA representative, it is vital to seek professional help, such as a Seattle Social Security attorney to assess the current details of the case.
The following addresses are local Social Security field offices where applicants can file a claim, or ask for help with their disability questions.
Seattle Social Security Disability
675 S Lane St, Ste. 401
Seattle, WA
(206) 553-4100
Seattle Social Security Disability
901 Lenora St, Ste. 100
Seattle, WA
206) 553-8613
Seattle Social Security Disability
3510 Aurora Ave N, Ste. B
Seattle, WA
(866) 931-2875
Seattle Social Security Disability Resources
The most important part of getting approved for benefits is to visit a doctor regularly and have all of the correct medical documentation on file. Maintaining healthcare and the costs of treating a disability can be out of reach financially for some claimants. RotaCare Clinic will treat patients for free, and families and individuals who lack health insurance.
12736 33rd Avenue Northeast
Seattle, WA
(206) 417-9660
Your Seattle Disability Claim
Determining medical eligibility, reviewing medical documentation, and understanding income/asset thresholds can be a very confusing process for an initial applicant or claimant. A Seattle licensed attorney, specializing in disability rights, can provide answers to most cases. Seattle Disability attorneys is also well equipped to handle the legal issues that arise, and come up with viable solutions for the claimant that may have “gaps” leading into their case. The initial consultation with a Seattle Disability attorney is free; please click here for more information.
