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How Does Social Security Define “Disability”?

You can save time and effort when filing a claim for Social Security disability benefits if you know what is considered a "disability" by the standards of the Social Security Administration (SSA). If you are in doubt about your situation you should consult a New York Social Security disability lawyer who can help review your case.

SSA Definition of Adult Disability

The Social Security Administration (SSA) considers an adult disabled if they have a physical or mental injury or illness (or a combination) that prevents them from working. This condition must have lasted or is expected to last for at least 1 year. An injury or illness that is expected to result in death is also considered a disability.

SSA Definition of Disability for Children

A child is eligible for Social Security benefits if they have a physical or mental injury or illness (or a combination thereof) that causes severe limitations in how they function. These conditions must have lasted or be expected to last for at least 1 year or result in death. The child cannot be working at a job that is considered substantial work.

Determining Eligibility for Social Security Disability Benefits

Social Security disability benefits are only considered for persons with total disability, not partial or short-term disability. The rules of the Social Security program generally assume that families have other resources to help cope with short-term or partial disability, such as Workers' Compensation and insurance.

When attempting to prove your disability, your New York Social Security disability lawyer can help you gather the proper documents to support your claim. A combination of medical records, treatment documentation, and doctors' analysis relating to your condition will be necessary if you want to claim full disability and be approved for Social Security disability benefits.

Your disability must be considered "medically determinable" meaning it results from an anatomical, physical or psychological abnormality. These abnormalities must be proven through medically acceptable diagnostic techniques performed by a licensed medical professional. Documentation of the signs, symptoms, and laboratory findings is necessary. A simple statement of symptoms from you or their physician is not sufficient.

Contacting a New York Disability Lawyer

If you are thinking about filing for Social Security disability benefits it is important that you understand how to claim your disability. Depending on how you present your evidence for disability, your claim may be approved or denied. For the best help in filing your claim you should consult a New York Social Security disability lawyer.

Before you file your Social Security disability claim, be sure to take advantage of this free consumer's guide: 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Filing a Social Security Disability Claim. Contact a New York Social Security disability lawyer at Decker, Decker, Dito & Internicola for help in building your disability claim - 1-800-976-4904.

Decker Decker Dito & Internicola, LLP the New York Social Security Disability Law Firm.  If you have suffered an injury or illness and unable to work, contact Social Security Disability Lawyer Frank J. Dito, Jr., Esq. at 800. 976. 4904.  Mr. Dito is an experienced trial and disability lawyer who represents disabled and injured individuals and their families in getting the benefits that they deserve. Frank is the author of "A Lawyers Guide to Car Insurance", the publisher of the "New York Injury Law Blog" and he is a frequent speaker regarding the recovery of benefits and the preservation of rights resulting from accidents and work place injuries. If you or a family member has a question about disability benefits contact disability lawyer Frank J. Dito, Jr. to discuss your legal rights and how he can assist you in obtaining the benefits you deserve.

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