Social Security Disability Eligibility in Spokane & Coeur D’Alene

Find out if you qualify for benefits

While you may be unable to work, that fact alone won’t guarantee you Social Security disability benefits. Social Security is a big government agency and uses a complex legal system to decide who deserves benefits. You can only win benefits if you meet Social Security’s strict definition of “disabled.”

Our local Disability Attorneys help you determine whether you qualify. Contact us for a FREE evaluation of your disability claim and find out if you qualify for benefits.

What does being disabled mean?

Under Social Security rules, you’re only considered disabled if an impairment is expected to keep you from working for at least 12 months. The disability can be a physical condition, a mental condition, or a combination of problems.

If you’re unable to work, it’s important that you schedule regular medical appointments and gather enough documentation to PROVE your case to Social Security.

In general, Social Security considers you disabled if:

You cannot do work that you did before;
They decide that you cannot adjust to other work because of your physical or mental condition(s); and
Your disability has lasted or is expected to last for at least one year or result in death.
Social Security has a Five Step Process to determine whether you’re disabled.

What medical conditions qualify for benefits?

Just about any medical problem that stops you from working can qualify for disability benefits. These are some of the most common:

Chronic Pain
Chronic Fatigue
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Cancer
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Fibromyalgia
Hepatitis C
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Spinal Injuries
Lupus
Lung Disease

Penar Law can give you a consultation of your case. Contact Us Today!

You Only Have 60 Days!

Once you’re denied benefits, the clock starts ticking. You only have 60 days to appeal. Don’t wait too long to contact a lawyer. You can miss the deadline to appeal.

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