Social Security Disability

Georgia Social Security Disability Attorneys

Comprehensive Assistance with Social Security Disability Benefits in Georgia

When you suffer catastrophic injuries that prevent you from returning to work for an extended period – or even permanently – it can be stressful to think about how you will pay your bills. Fortunately, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is meant to protect you in these scenarios by providing crucial financial relief. Unfortunately, actually accessing these benefits can be a frustrating challenge.

You do not have to navigate confusing government bureaucracy alone. Our Atlanta Social Security disability lawyers at Morrison & Hughes can help cut through the red tape and provide the personalized guidance you need to secure benefits. We have a complete understanding of the Social Security Blue Book and what the Social Security Administration (SSA) looks for when deciding claims. No matter your circumstances, we can provide compassionate, knowledgeable support from start to finish. Our team recognizes what is at stake and will work to deliver a favorable resolution as efficiently as possible.

Whether you are preparing to file for disability or have already submitted your claim, we can help. Schedule a free initial consultation by contacting us online or calling 404-LAW-TEAM.

Paul L. Jenkins

Partner

Meet Paul L. Jenkins

Paul Will Fight for Your Rights

With over 20 years of legal experience and more than 2,000 Social Security Disability hearings under his belt, Partner Paul L. Jenkins knows what it takes to win. He has dedicated his career to protecting the rights of injured workers and individuals with disabilities, going head-to-head with major employers, powerful insurance companies, and government agencies. Known for his clear, no-nonsense counsel and relentless advocacy, Paul guides clients through the disability process from start to finish—making sure they’re heard, respected, and given every opportunity to secure the benefits they deserve.

About Us

$4.5 Million

Traumatic Brain Injury

On the job, major injuries can happen even in fairly safe jobs. It did not take a big fall from a ladder to change this client’s life entirely. He landed on his head and face, shattering his teeth, and causing a traumatic brain injury.

Over $10 Million

Workers' Compensation

M&H has the biggest documented settlement offer in Georgia workers’ compensation history for a single injured worker. Some work accidents are catastrophic, and only the best, most-experienced work accident attorneys are qualified to handle them.

$9.7 Million

Defective Product

Work accident claims, the type involving truly life-changing injuries, can last for years. No one told our client, on a sunny morning in May, that his life was about to change. But when a defective commercial electrical device exploded, he was set on fire and suffered 2nd and 3rd-degree burns across his body.

$2.9 Million

Catastrophic Injury

Catastrophic Work Accident. M&H lawyers are absolute injury experts. Whether the accident happens at work, in a car, or on a motorcycle, our results speak for themselves.

$3 Million

Brain Injury

When our client suffered a traumatic brain injury due to the negligent operation of heavy machinery, the M&H team went to work! We did not back down and provided support for the entire family by securing multi-million dollar results.

$3 Million

Car Accident

Our client, a single mother of five, faced a life-altering accident resulting in severe leg injuries requiring surgery.

Do I Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits?

You become eligible for SSDI benefits when you have a medical condition that the SSA considers to be a disability and have earned a sufficient number of work credits, which you obtain by working jobs that pay into SSDI. If you have consistently worked for at least ten years and worked a qualifying job for at least five of the preceding ten years, there is a good chance you have enough work credits.

Short-term disabilities are not covered. Your disability must be expected to prevent you from working for at least 12 months or result in death. It must also prevent you from doing the work you did previously, adjusting to other forms of work, or engaging in any form of substantial gainful activity.

The SSA maintains a list of conditions it considers to be qualifying disabilities. Our Atlanta Social Security disability lawyers can review the details of your case and determine your eligibility. Depending on your circumstances, we may be able to help you pursue other legal options if we do not believe you qualify for SSDI benefits.

What If My SSDI Claim Was Denied?

If your initial SSDI claim was denied, do not assume you cannot get benefits. The truth is that the SSA denies the majority of initial claims, which tragically compels some disabled individuals to give up entirely. Do not back down: Many denied claims are ultimately approved after going through the appeals process.

Some of the most common reasons SSDI claims are denied include:

Insufficient medical evidence. The SSA demands an exhaustive level of evidence documenting the scope and severity of your disability and how it prevents you from working.
Failure to follow treatment advice. If there are gaps in treatment or evidence that you did not follow your doctor’s prescribed treatments, the SSA may argue you are simply not seeking appropriate treatment and are thus not disabled.
Failure to respond to requests for information. As part of the claims process, the SSA may formally ask for additional information before making a decision. If you do not respond to these requests or do not provide precisely what they are asking for, your claim will likely be denied.

Even if you seem to do everything right, the SSA may still deny your claim. We can help set you up for success if you have yet to file your initial claim. If your claim is denied, we can provide guidance and advocacy throughout the appeals process, which includes representing you at your hearing.

Get Personalized Legal Advice

Hiring a legal professional to assist with your disability claim can greatly simplify the process and increase the odds of achieving a favorable resolution. Our Atlanta Social Security disability lawyers are ready to put our experience, skills, and resources to work for you. When you choose Morrison & Hughes, we will work to make the process of obtaining SSDI benefits as efficient and painless as possible.

Let us help you get started on your initial claim or appeal today. Call 404-LAW-TEAM or contact us onlineto discuss your case with a member of our team.