Don't Always Trust What You Hear About Social Security Benefits, Unless You Hear it From an Expert. Know What is the Truth and What is a Myth.
MYTH #1 - You will automatically get Social Security disability benefits if you are too sick or hurt to work.
Unfortunately, it is not that simple. In order to qualify for disability benefits, you must prove to the SSA that you are injured. This is a long, thorough, and tedious process that involves a lot of paperwork and time.
MYTH #2 - You do not need a lawyer to guide you through the Social Security system because the government will be fair to you.
The government bureaucracy makes it very difficult for you to get the benefits you deserve. In fact, the SSA denies over 60% of applicants in the initial review. Most people get frustrated with the process or do not have the time or patience to deal with the paperwork. Get an expert's advice and have a lawyer by your side.
MYTH #3 - The Social Security Administration will gather all your medical records and carefully consider every medical report before making a decision.
No, you need to gather all the information for your case, including medical records. If you turn in an application without the necessary paperwork, your case will be delayed even further. The SSA hires their own doctors and medical experts to thoroughly evaluate your medical record to make sure it is accurate and sound
MYTH #4 - The Social Security Administration will take the opinion of your treating doctor when evaluating your case..
False. The government hires their own doctors who evaluate your disability and prescribe the minimum amount of medication and recovery time. Many of these doctors do not believe in things such as physical therapy in order to get better and will therefore not cover those costs. They work in the best interest of the government, not you.
MYTH #5- If you go into the hearing and just tell your story, the judge will feel sorry for you and award you full disability benefits.
If this was true, then the Social Security Administration would be out of business. They government evaluates your case based on logic and hard facts, not on emotions.
Contact a Social Security Disability Lawyer
If you or someone you love is out of work because of a disabling injury or disease, you are entitled to receiving benefits to pay for your cost of living and medical bills. Speak with the experienced SSD/SSI attorneys at the Jurewitz Law Group immediately to get your case reviewed and start getting money. Call our personal injury office at 888-233-5020.
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- How to handle your personal injury claim
- Who is the right injury accident attorney to help you with your case, and
- Whether you even need to hire a lawyer to help you with your insurance claim
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