Disability Law
At Wambach Disability Law, we help people apply for Social Security benefits, fix problems with their applications, and appeal denials. Whether you’re applying for the first time or trying again after a setback, we can look at your situation and explain your options. Below are the main types of disability cases we handle.
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
If you’re insured, the SSDI program will pay benefits not only to you, but also to your family. Only workers with enough work credits earned will qualify for SSDI. SSI and SSDI are different programs, but applicants are required to meet the same medical requirements. If you meet the nonmedical requirements, benefits are paid out monthly if your medical condition is fatal or is expected to last more than 12 months.
Many people who apply for SSDI face delays or denials, even when they clearly cannot work. Proving that your medical condition prevents you from working full-time can take a lot of medical records and detailed forms. The Social Security Administration will quickly deny claims if any part of an application seems incomplete.
Joe Wambach works directly with clients to help them complete their SSDI applications and build strong claims. He knows how to present the right medical evidence and how to explain work history in a way that fits Social Security’s rules. If you have already received a denial, he can also handle your appeal and fight for your benefits.
Disabled Widow’s Benefits (DWB)
Through Disabled Widow’s Benefits, surviving spouses (and divorced surviving spouses) can obtain disability benefits based on the work record of their deceased spouse. The surviving spouse must be at least 50 years old to apply for these benefits. In order to qualify, this spouse must provide evidence of the onset of the disability occurring before age 60 and no later than seven years after the death of the deceased spouse.
It can feel overwhelming to apply for DWB while also grieving the loss of a loved one and dealing with severe health problems. Social Security has strict rules about when your disability must have started, and getting the right records to prove that can be challenging. You also must show that you meet other requirements for things like age limits and marital status. If you leave out even one key detail, the agency could deny your claim.
Joe Wambach helps widows and widowers understand what Social Security needs to see. He helps clients gather the right medical and personal records to meet all relevant deadlines and requirements. He works through every step with you and takes on all the hard parts, so you don’t have to do it alone.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program gives monthly payments to the disabled who have income below the specified financial limitations. If you’re disabled and meet these financial qualifications, you are eligible to receive SSI payments. The amount provided depends on your current income and your living arrangements. Therefore, not all program participants receive the same monthly amount. Unlike SSDI, SSI is available to disabled children under the age of 18.
You may apply for SSI disability if you:
- Are disabled
- Are a U.S. citizen
- Have limited income (including pensions)
- Have limited assets and resources
Many people struggle to get SSI benefits because the requirements are complex and easy to misinterpret. Even if you qualify medically, you also need to show that you meet the financial criteria, which can change depending on your income, assets, or living situation. Many people get denied because their paperwork isn’t complete or they miss deadlines.
Joe Wambach helps clients figure out exactly what Social Security needs for their SSI claims. He can check your income and asset details, help you with forms, and make sure your application includes all the right documents. If you have already been denied, he can file your appeal and help you try again with stronger evidence.
Cases Involving Disabled Adult Children
A disabled person under the age of 22 might consider applying for Social Security Disability Income to obtain better benefits. In this program, the beneficiaries are called “Adult Disabled Children” because they collect benefits from Social Security Disability due to their parent’s work records. The child receiving said benefits must become disabled before they turn 22 years old.
Other disabled adult child eligibility requirements include:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be unmarried
- Must fit the Social Security Administration’s definition of disabled, and the impairment must be expected to be fatal or last at least one year
- Must not have substantial income (the maximum amount a disabled person who isn’t blind can currently make is $1,620 per month)
Getting DAC benefits can be difficult because Social Security looks closely at both the parent’s work record and the child’s medical condition. The Administration will check when the child’s disability started and whether they have ever worked or married. Even small mistakes in your claim paperwork can lead to denials or frustrating delays.
Joe Wambach helps families understand how to apply for DAC benefits and what records they need to prove eligibility. He makes sure everything is clear and complete before filing. If Social Security has already denied your claim, Joe can handle the appeal and help you correct any problems in your case.
Contact a Disability Lawyer Now
When you work with Wambach Disability Law, you work directly with Joe Wambach. Joe has over ten years of experience and has handled more than a thousand disability hearings across the Midwest. He knows what it takes to build a strong case and how to present it for maximal effectiveness.
When you come to Joe for help, he takes the time to listen to you and explain each step of the claims process. He handles the paperwork himself and makes sure your case stays on track. You won’t be passed off to case managers or assistants whenever you have a question—you’ll talk to Joe directly.
You pay nothing upfront, and your initial consultation is free. If you need help with a disability claim, contact Wambach Disability Law today to start discussing your case with an experienced attorney.
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If a disability has kept you from working, you may qualify for Social Security disability benefits. Get the answers you need right now when you contact Wambach Disability Law today for a free, no-obligation consultation with a knowledgeable, caring Social Security disability lawyer.