- How Berger and Green Helps With SSD Applications and Appeals
- Who Qualifies for SSD Benefits in Ohio?
- Understanding the Social Security Disability Process in Ohio
- Get Help From an Ohio SSD Attorney Today
Living with a health condition that keeps you from working is overwhelming, and going through the Social Security Disability (SSD) system can feel just as difficult. If you’re looking for help from an Ohio Social Security Disability lawyer, Berger and Green is here to guide you through the process with compassion and clarity. We’ve spent more than 40 years helping people pursue the SSD benefits they need to stay financially stable while focusing on their health.
Whether you’re preparing to apply for disability benefits or facing a denial, our team makes the process easier. We explain your options, handle filings when we take your case, help you appeal, represent you at a hearing, and offer the personalized support our firm is known for. Contact us today for a free case evaluation.
How Berger and Green Helps With SSD Applications and Appeals
When you’re unable to work and facing the challenges of a disability, you deserve a legal team that understands what you’re going through. Berger and Green wants to help injured and disabled people across Ohio pursue the SSD benefits they need to stay financially secure. As “The Injury and Disability Lawyers,” we bring deep experience and a client-first approach to every case we handle.
Our Ohio disability lawyers offer more than legal guidance—they offer steady support during one of the hardest moments in your life. Our team completes and files SSD applications and appeals when we take your case, represents you during ALJ hearings, and answers your questions so you never feel alone or confused about what happens next.
We proudly serve individuals in Ohio, and we’re committed to making the process easier. We provide free case evaluations and are happy to answer your questions about the disability and application appeals process. With Berger and Green, you can focus on your health while we help you move forward.
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Start A Free EvaluationWho Qualifies for SSD Benefits in Ohio?
To qualify for benefits, you must show that a medical condition prevents you from working for at least 12 months or will result in your death. The Social Security Administration examines your diagnosis and how your symptoms limit your ability to perform everyday work tasks. Many physical and mental health conditions may qualify, as long as they are severe enough to keep you from maintaining full-time employment.
For Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), most people need roughly 20 work credits—about five recent years of work—though this number can vary depending on your age. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is based on financial need rather than work history, and individuals must meet strict income and resource limits.
If you believe your condition keeps you from working, an Ohio disability lawyer at Berger and Green can help you understand where you stand and what benefits you may pursue. Our team is here to make the process clearer and less stressful from the very beginning.
Conditions That May Make You Eligible for SSD Benefits
Social Security evaluates disability based on how your medical condition limits your ability to work—not just the diagnosis itself. Many physical and mental impairments may qualify, including:
- Back and spine disorders
- Heart disease
- Chronic pain conditions, such as fibromyalgia
- Arthritis and joint disorders
- Respiratory illnesses, including COPD
- Neurological disorders, like multiple sclerosis or epilepsy
- Mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, or PTSD
To determine eligibility, the Social Security Administration compares your symptoms to medical criteria in its Listing of Impairments, sometimes called the “Blue Book.” You do not have to match a listing exactly to qualify, but you must show that your condition is severe enough to prevent you from maintaining full-time work for at least 12 months.
If you’re unsure whether your symptoms fit Social Security’s rules, an Ohio disability lawyer at Berger and Green can help you understand how the SSA evaluates conditions and what your next steps may be.
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Contact Us Now For HelpUnderstanding the Social Security Disability Process in Ohio
The SSD process can feel confusing, especially when you’re trying to manage your health at the same time. Whether you’re applying for the first time or responding to a denial, having someone guide you through each step can make the process far less overwhelming.
Initial Application
Your SSD claim begins with filing an application for benefits explaining your medical condition, symptoms, and work limitations. If you start working with Berger and Green at this stage, our team completes and files the application for you, ensuring the information is presented clearly so the SSA understands how your condition limits your ability to work. Many people are denied here, but that does not mean their claim is over.
Appeal
If the SSA denies your initial claim, you can start the appeals process. It starts with a second review of your file, known as reconsideration. It’s common for claims to be denied again here, which is why many applicants turn to an Ohio disability attorney for help moving forward. During the reconsideration stage, we file the appeal paperwork on your behalf and guide you through what to expect next.
Hearing with a Judge
The next step is a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ), held by phone, video, or in person. An Ohio SSD lawyer can represent you at the hearing, advocate for you before the judge, and help you feel prepared for this critical step.
Further Appeal
If the ALJ denies your claim, you may continue with a higher-level appeal to the Appeals Council or even a federal district court, if necessary. Berger and Green can handle this filing as well. Throughout every stage, our team works to make the process easier, answer your questions, and allow you to focus on your health while we handle the legal steps ahead.
You need an attorney with the experience and dedication to give your case the care it deserves.
Start A Free EvaluationGet Help From an Ohio SSD Attorney Today
If a medical condition is keeping you from working, you don’t have to face the SSD system alone. Berger and Green is committed to easing the pressure you’re under so you can focus on your health and stability.
An Ohio Social Security Disability lawyer from our firm can complete and file your application or appeal, represent you at an ALJ hearing, and provide the personalized support our clients rely on. With more than 40 years of experience and a reputation built on compassion and trust, we’re ready to help you pursue the benefits you deserve. Contact Berger and Green today for a free case evaluation and take the first step toward getting the financial relief you need.
