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YOU MAY BE ABLE TO GET CASH DISABILITY BENEFITS NOW

 The US Social Security Administration makes cash payments to covered individuals who have long term disabilities that make them unable to continue working.

You may qualify if

  • Your condition will keep you from working for 12 straight months or more
  • You are not currently working
  • You have worked at a qualifying job during the past 5 years
  • You have medical evidence to support being disabled

The Forsythe Firm in Huntsville has helped thousands of disabled individuals collect Social Security disability payments.  We are specialized in Social Security and that's all we do.

Why would you need a lawyer or advocate to help you?

1.  The majority of new applications are denied.  Up to 8 out of 10 are denied.  (Your chances are better with legal representation)!

2.  Social Security's process is complex and unusually difficult.

3.  Your claim will probably require an appeal and/or a hearing to be approved.

4.  You will need help gathering medical evidence to get paid.

5.  You never want to go before a judge unrepresented.

How Does a Social Security Attorney Get Paid?

Social Security requires that you be approved for benefits and receive past due payments before you pay a legal fee.  If you do not collect past due benefits, an attorney may not charge you a fee. So, there is no upfront fee and you never have to pay until you win and recover a past due benefit (in cash).

At the Forsythe Firm consultations are always free and without pressure or obligation.  Just call us at (256) 799-0297 or (256) 503-8151.


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