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Wilmington Social Security Disability Lawyer

If you’re dealing with a disability, a fight with the Social Security Administration (SSA) is the last thing you need. What you may need is a little help from an attorney who can navigate the minefield of Social Security Disability forms and rules, and do the fighting for you.

We’re here and ready to assist however we can. Just call 1-866-900-7078 anytime, 24/7.

How Do You Know If You Have a Social Security Disability Case in Wilmington?

Many people don’t realize they may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits, and the SSA’s eligibility requirements don’t make things any clearer. Applying for SSD in North Carolina can be a genuinely confusing process, and small missteps along the way can cost you time and benefits.

When assessing your eligibility, the SSA looks at a combination of factors including:

Age
Education
Work history
Abilities and skills
Physical and mental limitations

What Could Your Social Security Disability Case Be Worth in Wilmington?

Every case is different, and the value of yours depends on your specific circumstances. The SSA calculates benefits using a weighted formula that takes into account, among other things, the amount of income you’ve paid Social Security taxes on over your working life. Your personal resources, the nature of your disability, and your broader financial situation all play a role in determining what you may ultimately receive.

Your Social Security Disability Claim Was Denied. What Comes Next?

A denial doesn’t mean the process is over. There are four stages of appeal, and approval is possible at any one of them:

Reconsideration
Hearing
Appeals Council
Federal Court

The SSA’s rules are dense, layered, and anything but straightforward. Wilmington SSD cases are heard by judges in either the Fayetteville, NC hearing office or the Charleston, SC hearing office. Having an experienced Wilmington Social Security disability attorney in your corner from the start can meaningfully improve your chances of success, particularly during the early stages of your application.

Where Is the Wilmington Social Security Office?

The Wilmington Social Security Administration office is located at:

1528 S 16th St Wilmington, NC 28401

Phone: 1-866-964-6227

If you are a veteran, it may also be worth exploring your options through Veterans’ Affairs. The North Carolina Division of Veterans’ Affairs in Wilmington can be found at:

3205 Randall Pkwy, Millennium Building, Suite 102 Wilmington, NC 28403 Phone: 919-664-1065

Why Choose Lanier Law Group as Your Wilmington Social Security Disability Attorney?

If you have a disability and need help with a claim or an appeal, Lanier Law Group has the experience and resources to fight for the benefits you deserve.

Our Social Security disability attorneys have a deep understanding of how the SSA operates and what it takes to build a successful claim
Our team includes professionals with hands-on experience in the disability claims process
We bring the full weight of Lanier Law Group’s statewide resources to every SSD case we handle, no matter how complex

Lanier Law Group is a proud member of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice, and our attorneys are committed to staying current on the laws and procedures that affect Social Security disability claimants across North Carolina.

Call us anytime at 919-342-1368 for a free case evaluation, or reach out to our Wilmington office online for more information.

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