Skip to main content
Gurian Law
Call

Social Security Disability help

Unable to keep working because of illness or injury?

Disability applications and appeals can turn on medical documentation, work history, deadlines, and the reason a claim was denied.

A denial is not the same as the end of the road. Start with the notice and its date.

Ask how consultation, fee, and cost terms apply to this kind of matter. The written agreement controls.

An adult seated with a cane, reviewing paperwork at home.

Ask

Consultation and fee terms

2014

Firm founded

IL + GA

Ari’s licenses

(877) 3-GURIAN

Call or text · (877) 348-7426

What is SSDI?

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides monthly payments to people who cannot work because of a long-term illness or injury. To qualify, they must have worked and paid enough into Social Security in the past.

If approved, these payments can help cover everyday bills. Medicare health coverage may also be available after a waiting period.

We can help at either stage.

Before you apply

You do not need to file a claim before contacting us. We can help from the beginning: prepare your application, gather medical records, and explain how your condition affects your ability to work.

Already applied and been denied?

If you've already applied on your own and your claim has been denied, we can handle the appeal. We review the decision, address missing or unclear evidence, and represent you through the appeals process. Contact us promptly because appeal deadlines apply.

Make the first conversation easier

Start with what happened. Bring what you already have.

Three facts to share

  • Application and decision dates
  • Diagnoses and limitations
  • Work history and current status

What to preserve

  • Decision letters
  • Medical records
  • Work and earnings records
  • Social Security benefit documents

Questions people ask

You can call before you have every answer.

Can I call after a denial?+

Yes. Mention the notice date first so the evaluating lawyer can identify any urgent timing question.

Start with a conversation

Stop worryin’, call Gurian.

Call or text

(877) 3-GURIAN

(877) 348-7426

Call(877) 3-GURIAN(877) 348-7426 Text Schedule