Encinitas Law Firm Helps People Get Social Security Disability Benefits

Established attorney assists people seeking benefits throughout San Diego County

My Encinitas law firm, Yancey Disability Law, PC, focuses entirely on getting people in San Diego County the Social Security disability benefits that they are entitled to under the law. If you are no longer able to work, you may feel afraid and be unsure of how you will pay your bills. Getting disability benefits can make all the difference for you and your family.

Unfortunately, the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) system is confusing. Even worse, many people’s applications are denied when they first apply. While I have been representing clients seeking disability benefits since 2004, I opened my own firm in 2017 because I wanted to give clients more personalized attention. My clients are never just case numbers to me — they are family. I am a compassionate listener and respectful of your time.

I feel very gratified when my clients receive their much needed benefits and know that the emotional burden they’ve been carrying gets lifted off their shoulders. Yancey Disability, Inc. is ready to work just as hard for you.

Skilled lawyer advocates for disability benefits seekers

Social Security is not just for retirement income. SSDI provides payments for people who can no longer work because they are disabled, but there are strict requirements as to who is eligible for these benefits. I can help you with these processes:

• Eligibility — To be eligible for SSDI benefits, you must have worked, paid Social Security taxes and become totally disabled. Applicants who are over 31 years of age must have earned 20 “work credits” within the last 10 years; you earn up to four work credits for each year you receive wages and pay FICA taxes. SSDI uses a complex grid system for determining whether you are disabled that takes into account your age, education, work history, skills and current abilities based on your medical records and other evidence.
• Application — The first steps toward getting benefits include gathering your evidence and filing an application for SSDI. You may apply online, by calling the Social Security Administration’s toll-free number, or by visiting a local Social Security office.
• Hearing — Unfortunately, the Social Security Administration denies many disability applications, even when the applicants have a good case. However, you have the right to appeal the decision in a hearing before an administrative law judge. It is important to go to this hearing because many denials are reversed at the hearing stage. If you don’t win at the hearing, you can request a review from the Appeals Council or file a lawsuit in federal court.

I am highly experienced in gathering evidence, preparing strong applications and representing clients in administrative law judge hearings. My entire focus is on helping my clients change their lives by getting the benefits they deserve. When they win, I win. In fact, I don’t charge a fee unless they win.

Contact a knowledgeable San Diego County Social Security disability benefits attorney for a free consultation

At Yancey Disability Law, PC, I represent Californians who are seeking Social Security disability benefits. To schedule a free consultation at my Encinitas office, call 442-254-2803 or contact me online.