Social Security Disability Lawyer – Lisa M. Ritacco

If you are disabled and unable to work you may not be aware you could be entitled to receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Like SSD, SSI is also managed by the Social Security Administration. SSI provides a monthly income to individuals who are blind, or disabled and have limited income and resources to draw from. Unlike SSD benefits, SSI benefits are available even if you have never worked at a job covered under Social Security.

How to be Sure You Are Eligible for SSI Benefits

If you meet the  income, and disability criteria, and you are a legal resident of the United States, are not absent from the country for more than 30 days at any one time, and are either a U.S. citizen or national, or fall into one of the eligible non-citizen categories, there is a good chance you are eligible for SSI benefits. But the only way to know for sure is to apply. A knowledgeable, experienced SSI disability lawyer, such as Lisa M. Ritacco, can guide you through the initial application process.

SSI Disability Lawyers Can Help You Avoid the Pitfalls of the Initial Application Process

Many applicants are initially denied benefits, often due to not providing the complete information that Social Security needs or simply due to not having a thorough understanding of the process. An SSI disability lawyer who is well-versed in the application process can help you avoid the common pitfalls that frequently result in denial.

Appealing a Denial of Benefits

If your initial application of benefits has already been denied, the next step is to file an appeal, which must be done within 60 days. The appeal process can be cumbersome, and the steps may include reconsideration, a hearing, a review by the Appeals Council and possibly a federal court review. Claimants who appeal successfully most often do so during the hearing phase. Representation at your hearing by a SSI disability lawyer can greatly improve your chances of winning your appeal.

SSI Disability Lawyers in Philadelphia, Lancaster and Reading, PA

The SSI process can be confusing, frustrating and stressful. A SSI disability attorney can remove the burden from your shoulders, as well as the anxiety that can accompany it. If you need an SSI disability lawyer in Philadelphia, Lancaster or Reading, PA, retain the services of Lisa M. Ritacco. Disability attorney Ritacco’s practice is focused solely on disability law. She has more than six years of experience representing clients both locally and nationwide, during which time she has developed a track record for obtaining successful results. Attorney Ritacco is an SSI disability lawyer who provides representation during all phases of SSI, from the initial application through the appellate process.

No Fee Unless You Win

Many SSI disability lawyers do not charge a fee unless they are successful in obtaining benefits for their clients, and such is the case with Attorney Ritacco. If you need the services of a SSI disability lawyer, call Lisa M. Ritacco today for a no-obligation consultation.