- Why Many People With Back Problems Turn to a Disability Lawyer
- Social Security Disability for Chronic Back Pain
- The Social Security Disability Process for Back Problem Claims
- Get Help From a Canton Back Problems Lawyer Today
Living with a serious back problem can make basic work tasks painful or impossible. If chronic back pain, a spinal condition, or related limitations keep you from holding a steady job, you may be wondering how you’re supposed to support yourself. A trusted Canton back problems lawyer at Berger and Green can help you understand whether Social Security Disability benefits may be an option.
Whether you’re thinking about filing a disability claim for the first time or dealing with a frustrating denial, a Social Security Disability lawyer serving Canton, OH, can guide you through the process and fight for the benefits you deserve. With decades of experience, we focus on making the process easier so you can concentrate on managing your condition. Call us now to get started with your free evaluation.
Why Many People With Back Problems Turn to a Disability Lawyer
Living with chronic back pain is exhausting enough. For many people, the stress of trying to navigate the Social Security Disability system on top of daily pain and financial
uncertainty adds pressure at an already difficult time. Forms are complicated, deadlines are strict, and it can be difficult to explain on paper how your back problems truly affect your ability to work.
Even when applicants do everything they can, many legitimate claims are denied at the initial stage. When a denial arrives, it often becomes clear that successfully moving a claim forward requires more than simply submitting paperwork. Legal guidance can play a critical role in responding to denials and handling the next steps of the process.
For more than 40 years, Berger and Green’s disability lawyers have helped people with serious back problems pursue Social Security Disability benefits. We handle the process, the paperwork, and the appeals, so you do not have to face it alone. Our goal is to make the process easier while fighting for the benefits you deserve.
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Chronic back problems may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits when they are serious enough to prevent you from working on a consistent, full-time basis for at least 12 months. You do not need to be out of work for a year. Instead, the Social Security Administration (SSA) focuses on whether your condition limits your ability to perform reliable, sustained work.
To make that determination, the SSA looks closely at how back problems affect day-to-day work ability. For many people, back conditions involve far more than occasional discomfort. Chronic pain and reduced mobility can make it difficult to sit or stand for long periods, lift even light objects, bend, walk, or maintain regular attendance. These functional limitations—rather than a specific diagnosis—often determine whether a disability claim is approved.
These challenges are not unique. Back pain is one of the most common reasons adults struggle to stay employed. According to the Health Policy Institute, more than 4 million adults report difficulty becoming or remaining employed due to back pain. It is the leading cause of work limitations among adults ages 18 to 64 and continues to interfere with employment later in life.
Because back pain so often interferes with long-term employment, Social Security Disability benefits are available through two main programs:
- Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI): SSDI is based on your work history. Most applicants need about 20 work credits, which generally equals around five years of work. If you have paid into Social Security and your back condition prevents you from maintaining full-time employment, SSDI may be an option.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI): SSI is a needs-based program for people with limited income and resources. Work history is less important, but the SSA still requires proof that your back problems prevent you from working.
No matter which program applies, the central issue is the same: showing that your back condition causes serious, ongoing limitations that make consistent work unrealistic. A Canton back problem disability lawyer can help explain how these rules apply to your situation.
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Contact Us Now For HelpThe Social Security Disability Process for Back Problem Claims
Applying for Social Security Disability benefits can be a long and frustrating process, especially when you are already dealing with chronic back pain. Working with our team can make the process feel more manageable through every stage.
Initial Application
The process begins with the initial application, where your back condition, work history, and limitations are submitted to the Social Security Administration. Our lawyers complete and file disability applications for clients, helping ensure the claim is properly presented from the start. Even with serious back problems, many valid claims are denied at this stage.
Reconsideration
If the SSA denies your application, you can move on to the reconsideration step. This is a formal appeal where the Social Security Administration reviews your claim again. Reconsideration denials are common, particularly in cases involving chronic back pain. Our firm handles the reconsideration appeal and manages the required filings and deadlines while your claim moves forward.
Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Hearing
After a second denial, you may request a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). This is often the most important stage of the process. Our lawyers represent clients at ALJ hearings, advocating for them before the judge. Hearings may be held by phone, video, or in person, and this stage allows for a more detailed review of how your back problems affect your ability to work.
Appeals Council Review
If the ALJ denies your claim, you can request review by the Appeals Council. The Council reviews the decision to determine whether legal or procedural errors were made during the hearing process.
Federal Court Review
If the Appeals Council declines review or upholds the denial, the final option is filing a lawsuit in federal court. The judge will evaluate the Social Security Administration’s decision to determine whether it followed the law.
From filing your initial application to pursuing every available appeal, our team helps clients manage each step while protecting their rights and keeping claims on track.
You need an attorney with the experience and dedication to give your case the care it deserves.
Start A Free EvaluationGet Help From a Canton Back Problems Lawyer Today
If back pain or spinal problems are keeping you from earning a living, you do not have to face the Social Security Disability system on your own. Help is available.
At Berger and Green, our Canton back problems lawyers are here to make the entire process easier so you can focus on your health. Call Berger and Green today for a free consultation.
