Hialeah Social Security Disability Lawyers
According to census data, around 17.6% of the non-institutionalized population in Hialeah has some form of disability – roughly 39,500 individuals. The most prevalent disability types reported are:
- Ambulatory (9.4%): Serious difficulty walking/climbing stairs
- Cognitive (8.6%): Issues with memory, concentration, decision-making
- Independent Living (8%): Challenges with self-care and running errands
- Hearing (4.2%) and Vision (3.1%) Impairments
Around 16.1% of Hialeah’s population (36,200 residents) also lives below the poverty line, meeting low-income criteria for certain government assistance programs.
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Social Security Disability Recipients in Hialeah
According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), around 13,900 disabled workers and 2,500 disabled children/adults under 65 in Hialeah currently receive monthly Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits as of 2022 data.
Each year, over 7,000 initial disability claims are filed with the SSA from individuals living in the Hialeah metro area zip codes. Unfortunately, around 65% of these SSDI and SSI cases are denied at the initial application and reconsideration levels, only to potentially get approved later in the appeals process.
Applying for Disability Benefits in Hialeah
To apply for SSDI or SSI disability benefits due to a severe medical condition, Hialeah residents can:
- Complete applications online at www.ssa.gov
- Call 1-800-772-1213 to file claims by phone
- Visit Hialeah’s local SSA office in person: 8390 W 33rd Ave, Hialeah, FL 33018
Appeals for denied claims are handled at the Office of Hearings Operations (OHO) nearest to Hialeah claimants, located at: Downtown Miami OHO 51 SW 1st Ave,Miami, FL 33130
The disability application and appeals process presents many challenges in terms of properly documenting medical evidence and satisfying SSA qualification rules. An experienced Hialeah disability lawyer can greatly improve your chances of being awarded benefits either at the initial level or upon appeal.
Why You May Need a Disability Lawyer
Having a disability attorney from a respected law firm assist you from the very start of preparing your claim in Hialeah can make all the difference in your case’s outcome. Disability lawyers are experts in:
- Determining if your medical conditions meet SSA impairment listings
- Advising on what supporting evidence is required
- Completing and filing paperwork properly
- Representing your interests zealously at appeals hearings
If your initial SSDI/SSI application is denied, having professional legal representation at the appeals and hearing stage gives you a much greater chance of eventually being awarded the disability benefits you need.
Nationwide, claimants represented by an experienced disability lawyer are awarded benefits at a rate nearly 3x higher than those without legal counsel.
As a firm specializing in Social Security disability law, Disability Advocates Group is proud to represent disabled individuals living in the Hialeah community. If you or a loved one has been unable to work due to chronic mental or physical impairment, our team is ready to review your case and fight to secure you the monthly SSDI or SSI payments you deserve.
Contact Our Hialeah Disability Lawyers Today
Applying for SSDI/SSI benefits is a right, but it shouldn’t be an overwhelming burden. At Disability Advocates Group, we understand the challenges you face, and we’re dedicated to helping you secure the financial support you deserve.
Contact us today for a free consultation and let’s navigate this process together.
Free ConsultationMs. Shvarts is the managing attorney for Disability Advocates Group. She opened Disability Advocates Group to assist individuals who became disabled and unable to work to obtain the benefits they need and deserve. Ms. Shvarts and the rest of the team at Disability Advocates Group are dedicated to assisting individuals obtain Social Security Disability Benefits (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. 
8390 W 33rd Ave
Hialeah, FL 33018
Telephone:1-800-772-1213