Under federal law, if you are, or are expected to be, off work continuously for a 12-month period because of a physical or mental impairment that prevents you from working, you can be awarded Social Security Disability benefits. While this sounds simple, filing for Social Security benefits can be very challenging. The Social Security Administration (SSA) denies many initial applications and appeals. If you are thinking about filing a claim for benefits, or if your claim has been denied, you probably have many questions, such as:
-How do I complete my application?
-What are the required standards for obtaining disability benefits?
-Why do some disability claims take longer than others?
An experienced lawyer can give you the answers you need and help you make a compelling claim for disability benefits. The Law Office of Barbara M. Jacobson in Sacramento, California, provides comprehensive representation to individuals in need of Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Our law firm confidently handles each and every aspect of our clients' SSD/SSI cases. We assist clients who are filing their initial application, as well as those who are filing appeals. In addition to representing clients in the Sacramento area, we represent clients in Oregon. Call 916-921-5285 to schedule your free initial consultation.
Attorney Barbara M. Jacobson has more than 20 years of experience representing people throughout the Sacramento area with their SSD/SSI cases. In addition, attorney Jacobson holds a Doctor of Optometry degree and has conducted research in the fields of cardiology and neurology. By bringing the fields of medicine and law together, she has a unique understanding into the problems that individuals with disabilities face. This knowledge allows our law firm to handle cases with the compassion and professionalism you deserve.
