A Big Rapids SSDI Lawyer Can Assist You In The Disability Benefits Process

Statistics show the majority of initial disability claims submitted to the Social Security Administration for disability benefits are declined. This can be very discouraging to claimants, as many people are teetering on the edge of financial ruin by the time they file for social security disability benefits. Some people give up at this point or file a new claim. Both actions are a big mistake, since options are available that could lead to a winning disability claim.
The SSA Offices for Big Rapids, Michigan are located: 


Or call the Social Security Administration’s national toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213.
The first thing to do when receiving a denial notice from the Social Security Administration regarding your disability claim is to file an appeal immediately. The Social Security Administration gives you sixty days to file, plus an additional five days to account for mailing time. However, waiting until the last minute to file your appeal and missing the deadline will result in a dismissal of your disability claim, meaning you have just wasted the months it took to get a determination at all, and you will miss your chance to file an appeal to the reconsideration level.
At the reconsideration level, your claim for disability benefits is also likely to be denied. That is the bad news. The good news is, now you have an opportunity for your disability claim to be heard and judged by an Administrative Law Judge, where the odds of your case being approved, especially with expert disability attorneys on board, are greatly increased. Therefore, the best course of action at this point is to file an appeal immediately and start preparing for your disability claim hearing. At this point, the services of a disability attorney are advised to help you present a strong and compelling case.
Big Rapids Disability Benefits
In Big Rapids, people who have lost their job and their medical benefits due to a disabling illness or condition are most likely experiencing severe medical stress and may not think they have the time to devote to pursing a disability claim. However, it is possible to work and receive disability benefits as long as you do not exceed the Substantial Gainful Activity amount earned as set by the Social Security Administration, which currently stands at $1000 per month and is adjusted annually for inflation and cost of living.
Although this is not a lot of money and time is often of the essence, it still gives you a chance to pursue your disability claim and still maintain an income. Additionally, if you attempt to go back to work in spite of your disability and are not able to sustain the job, if you do not work more than ninety days the Social Security Administration considers this a “failed attempt” and it will not affect your disability claim.
Free or Reduced Cost Medical Care

Most Big Rapids residents who have lost their job have also lost their medical insurance. The following local facilities offer medical care at a low cost or free basis:

Big Rapids Clinic
14435 Northland Drive
Big Rapids, MI 49307
866-796-3677

Mecosta Health Services
650 Linden St.
Big Rapids, MI 49307
231-796-3200

Other Big Rapids Services and Disability Benefits
In addition, the following agencies offer assistance to Big Rapids residents with financial and other issues:


Our office represents clients in Big Rapids, Paris, Rodney, Stanwood, Chippewa Lake, Hersey, Mecosta, Morley, Reed City and surrounding areas.