Experienced & Dedicated Orange County Social Security Disability Attorneys

Since 1994, our team at Humphrey & Associates have helped countless of clients obtain disability benefits from the Social Security Administration, including under the Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income programs. We can guide you through the application process and fight for the benefits that you need.

We also understand the intricacies of the claims process and can help you avoid common pitfalls. The reality is, around 70% of Social Security disability claims are initially rejected due to application errors. Have an experienced Orange County Social Security disability lawyer at our law firm handle all the details to help ensure an accurate and thorough application.

Applying for Disability Benefits

To be eligible for disability benefits, you must have a physical or mental illness that is expected to prevent you from being able to work for at least a year or more.

There are two ways of applying for Social Security Disability benefits:

• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI): This program is available to individuals with physical and mental disabilities that prevent them from working. Workers must have earned enough credits through payroll taxes in order to be eligible, as well as have a qualifying disability. These benefits are awarded based on how much you have worked and earned in the past.
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI): This program is available to low-income people with serious disabilities, and does not require that you have previous work credits. Your benefits will vary, and can be reduced if you have other income.