Lawrence, Massachusetts Social Security Disability Lawyers

Lawrence, Massachusetts has a history of residents who work hard to earn a living. This goes back to the 1800s when people from Lawrence were packed into large, loud, and dirty mills to manufacture products that were shipped throughout the United States. That tradition continues to this day. Whether it’s manufacturing, warehouse work, or those in the medical field, people live and work in Lawrence, and they work hard.

Sometimes, no matter how hard a person wants to work, it’s just not possible. Whether it’s a physical limitation or dealing with a mental impairment, even the hardest working person might be forced into an unexpected situation. That’s why the federal government made Disability benefits available,

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) vs. Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Social Security Disability benefits are what people call the two federal programs that are available for people who are disabled and unable to work. SSDI is for those who have worked a certain amount of time prior to the onset of their disability. How much you receive is based on how much you earned and paid into the system. This is available no matter how much money you have.

On the other hand, SSI is for those who are unable to work and don’t have the money to meet basic needs like food, clothing, and shelter. To be eligible, you not only have to be unable to work, but you also need to have very little money or other countable assets.

There are many types of physical issues that keep people from being able to work. For example, a herniated disc or other back problem can be debilitating. For someone who works in the trades, it could mean the end of a career. At the same time, general wear and tear after 40 years of manual labor can be too much for even the people in the best of shape to maintain.

While someone might look healthy, others often have no idea about the struggles those with mental impairments and mental illnesses deal with on a day-to-day basis. Whether it’s Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, or a multitude of other impairments, the Social Security Administration takes these into consideration when determining whether someone is disabled.

Whether you’re watching TV or browsing on your phone or computer, ads for Disability Lawyers are easy to come by. However, what these ads fail to tell you is that your case won’t be hired by someone local to Lawrence. You might even be referred to a lawyer who will fly in for your Social Security Hearing, where you will meet him or her for the first time.

At Marcotte Law Firm, we don’t accept Disability clients from across the country. We represent people who are from Lawrence and the Merrimack Valley, and that’s it. We have three convenient offices located in Andover, Lowell, and Woburn so that we can meet with our clients and understand their situation. We use that personal touch along with our decades of experience to our clients’ advantage.

If you are thinking about applying for Disability or have already been denied, contact the Disability Lawyers at Marcotte Law Firm for a free, no obligation, consultation.