Social Security Disability Lawyer in Paducah, Kentucky

An Attorney Specializing in Disability Benefits Can Help You Apply and Follow Up

By the Social Security Administration’s own admission, most claims are initially denied, usually for a lack of medical information. There are several stages to getting a favorable ruling on a disability claim, and they can seem complex and you will have a number of decisions to make. A disability lawyer can help guide you through these options to the best choice for your unique situation. In certain circumstances, you may have to start all over, but your disability advocate has the experience to know when this is necessary.

The SSA Offices for Paducah, Kentucky are located:


Or call the Social Security Administration’s national toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213.

Your social security disability claim can go through many steps before it is finally approved. It is not uncommon for the first application to be denied. From there, you can then file a disability claim appeal, called the Reconsideration Appeal. This is filed with the local social security disability office, same as your initial application. If it, too, is denied, a second appeal can then be filed for an Application of a Hearing with the Administrative Law Judge. If these appeal is denied, you have the option of submitting yet another appeal with the Appeals Council, and then, to the Supreme Court. Rarely does that happen.

Your disability lawyer can advise you on the best way to proceed with your disability claim at each level. At times, it may be beneficial to file a new disability claim rather than appeal the current one, and it’s not unusual to have a claim pending an appeal while a new one is filed. The disadvantage to filing a new disability claim is you may lose some retroactive benefits, so hard decisions need to be made. Your disability advocate will know the most advantageous route for you to take.

Paducah, Kentucky Disability Benefits
Paducah, also known as the “Quilt City”, flourishes in spite of the 23.7% disability rate of Kentucky, according to the Bureau of Labor statistics. Almost 14% are employment related disabilities, and the loss of a job due to illness or injury can have disastrous effects on the families involved and ultimately, the local economy. Social security benefits for some Paducah residents is often the only source of income, and the wait to receive disability benefits can seem interminable. The lack of resources to get medical care also plays a part in the financial stress.

Retaining a disability lawyer requires no up-front fee. Consultations are done at no charge, and disability attorneys can assess your case and inform you about the process and what is expected at every stage. Informed and educated, these specialized social security disability lawyers knows what it takes to submit and organize a disability claim for the best possible outcome.

Free or Reduced Cost Medical Care
With the cost of medical care skyrocketing, it can be difficult to get the services you need. These free or low-cost health providers are available to assist:

St. Nicholas Family Clinic
1901 Kentucky Ave.
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 575-3247

Vienna Medical Clinic
803 N. 1st St.
Vienna, IL 62995-1544
(618) 833-3233

Other Paducah Services and Disability Benefits
In addition to medical care, the following local Paducah agencies can help with a variety of services for families dealing with disabilities:


Our office represents clients in Paducah, Boaz, West Paducah, Ledbetter, Melber, Symsonia, Lovelaceville, Kevil, Lowes, Hickory and surrounding areas.