Let a Lumberton Disability Attorney Help you File for Disability Benefits

Thousands of American workers every year are unable to work because of a disability. However thanks to Social Security disability benefits, those workers are able to receive an income to help replace their lost wages and pay medical bills along with their other financial obligations. You may be someone suffering from a disability and are wondering how you can apply for SSD/SSI benefits. It can be a simple as calling a qualified disability benefits lawyer.

Getting started with an SSD/SSI benefits claim is an easy process. You can do it either in person at your local Social Security Administration office, by phone or via the SSA website. But enlisting the help of a SSD/SSI attorney, you can get advice on how best to present your case, make important deadlines and avoid a lot of the red tape that you might encounter while trying to file a benefits claim on your own. Moreover, a large majority of social security disability benefits claims are initially rejected, your disability advocate can assist you with the appeals process.

To apply for Social Security disability benefits in Lumberton, contact your local Social Security Administration office at:


This office also serves clients in Proctorville, Fairmont, Pembroke, Saint Pauls, Orrum, Bladenboro, Tar Heel and surrounding areas.

Founded in 1787 by John Willis, a former Revolutionary War officer, the city of Lumberton is found along the banks of the Lumber River. Not surprisingly, it was first established as a point for naval lumber shipping, yet the town didn't truly experience major growth until after World War II. Today the river is part of Lumber River State Park, which features 115 miles of natural waterways. However in Lumberton and surrounding Robeson County, there are more than 30,000 people with disabilities . It is possible that many of them can qualify for disability benefits.

While building a case for your social security disability claim, it is a good idea to be in contact with your doctor. Inform your doctor about your plans to file a benefits claim and seek their opinion on if you could win your case. Many times, doctors can write letters to include with your claim to bolster your application. Be aware, though, that your doctor's opinion alone is not always enough decide an SSD claim in your favor. A judge may decide that the letter was not sufficient or that there may be other jobs within your chosen career that you are still suited for. A trained disability benefits lawyer knows what specific questions to ask of your doctor and can help craft a letter that may sway a judge's decision in your favor.

Being approved for social security benefits does not prevent someone from also receiving medical insurance. The applicant will also receive either Medicare and Medicaid. In some rare instances, a person may receive both. Your SSD/SSI lawyer can fully explain how the process works and give you an idea of what you may qualify for.

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