VETERANS DISABILITY OF HUNTSVILLE

The Forsythe Firm of Huntsville is gaining more and more recognition in its efforts to assist the disabled in the quest for Social Security disability benefits.  Recently, AARP listed the Forsythe Firm in its magazine.  (See the link below)   http://local.aarp.org/yp/the-forsythe-firm-7027-old-madison-pike-nw-108-huntsville.html We are available to work with disabled individuals of all ages in their fight for Social Security disability benefits.  Our trained local advocates will provide you with free information and discuss your options.  Contact the Forsythe Firm at (256) 799-0297. Our office is conveniently located at 7027 Old Madison Pike, Suite 108, Huntsville, AL 35806 (across from Bridge Street).  Phone us at (256) 799-0297.

Starting in 1957, members of the US armed forces have paid Social Security tax on their military earnings.  This makes them eligible for Social Security disability benefits if they become disabled. A disabled service member may receive Social Security benefits in addition to VA disability receive Social Security benefits while getting active duty pay from the military  receive Social Security benefits without decreasing or delaying VA disability and/or pension benefits.  VA and Social Security disability programs are totally distinct and do not interfere with each other or "offset" each other.  The rules of eligibility are somewhat similar; however, they are not identical.  One major difference is that the Veterans Administration may award partial disability awards, while Social Security is an "all or none" proposition.  You are either disabled or you are not.  Social Security has no partial disability.  

Jody was discharged from military service after doctors determined he was not medically fit for service.  He had served with distinction for 18 years and had been deployed twice, both to Afghanistan and Iraq. Jody's wife had gone back to school to pursue a degree in the healthcare field but was only working part time.  Jody came to the Forsythe Firm looking for a way to obtain financial assistance while the VA decided how much benefits he would get.  The financial need was becoming a burden and the family was quite concerned about making ends meet. We immediately filed a Social Security disability claim.  Fortunately, the VA provided us with excellent medical documentation of Jody's back, shoulder and leg problems.  There had recently been some psychological issues developing and these strengthened the Social Security claim. We were able to show that Jody was not able to persistently perform any job that was available in substantial numbers in the civilian...

Under the Wounded Warrior program, a military service member may be receiving active duty military pay and may still be qualified for Social Security disability benefits. Under Social Security's rules, it is not the military pay that determines disability.  It is the ability to perform work activity.  A service member may be receiving active duty pay while he or she is unable to perform work activity.  The inability to work is what makes the individual disabled. Also, a veteran may receive Social Security disability benefits before he/she begins to receive VA benefits, after he/she begins receiving VA benefits, or at the same time he/she receives VA disability benefits.  Getting Social Security disability does not interfere with receipt of VA benefits, and vice versa. I am working with a large number of military members now who are disabled because they cannot perform their military duties.  However, they are still undergoing a medical board review to de...

Huntsville veterans may be eligible for Social Security Disability in addition to VA benefits.  And you may qualify for special expedited processing.  (256) 799-0297.  Visit www.VeteransDisabilityHuntsville.com   There has been a lot of news lately about problems in the Veterans Administration (VA) and how it is not adequately serving the needs of some veterans. What many veterans need to know is that they don't have to depend solely on the VA for financial help.  Disabled veterans are also eligible to apply for Social Security disability benefits, which can pay up to $2,600 per month in cash benefits. Getting Social Security disability benefits will not reduce benefits from the VA.  Veterans who qualify can receive full VA benefits plus Social Security disability benefits. This is because veterans paid into the Social Security disability program during their years of active military service, and afterward.  They are covered by Social...

There are many similarities between VA disability and the Social Security disability program.  However, there are differences, too. One difference is, Social Security does not award benefits for a partial disability, while the VA does.  With SSDI, you are either totally disabled or not disabled, nothing between. Also, Social Security does not automatically recognize a disability granted by the VA.  SSDI has its own regulations and makes its own decision.  So it is possible to be disabled under the VA guidelines but not under Social Security's. The Forsythe Firm handles applications and appeals from veterans, regardless of whether they already have VA disability benefits.  We will assign you an experienced, local advocate who will remain with your case until it is resolved. There is never a fee for any work we perform until you win your claim and recover the back pay that you are entitled to.  If you don't recover, you never pay us a fee--not one cen...

Here are questions we often receive about Social Security disability for psychological conditions: May I receive Social Security benefits for a psychological impairment?  Yes.  If the condition is severe enough to prevent full-time, consistent work, you may be approved for benefits.  You will need the same basic type of proof that would be required for a physical illness.  Unfortunately, veterans sometimes have psychological disorders, such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, etc.  These conditions are considered in the evaluation of a Social Security disability claim. Is there a particular psychological diagnosis that qualifies for disability benefits?  There are any number of conditions that may qualify for benefits, depending on their severity.  A few examples would be Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Personality Disorder, Panic Disorder or many others.  One of the impairments we see a lot with veterans who had comb...

Veterans may qualify for Social Security disability benefits in addition to their VA disability payments.  Here are the basic requirements for veterans to qualilfy for Social Security: has a severe mental or physical impairment (service connected or non-service connected) that has (a) lasted 12 consecutive months or is expected to last that long, OR (b) is expected to result in death. not presently working at substantial gainful activity. A veteran does not necessarily have to receive VA disability to get Social Security disability.  However, if the veteran is receiving VA disability payments, getting Social Security disability will not reduce the VA benefits. Expedited Claims for Veterans:  If a vet has a 100 percent permanent disability rating from the Veterans Administration, Social Security will give an expedited decision on a disability claim.  Decisions can often be obtained in as little as 14 days, compared to the usual 4 months required to get an initi...

Thousands of Alabama veterans qualify for Social Security disability benefits each year. The Forsythe Firm in Huntsville represents many of these veterans. We have compiled a list of frequent questions and answers that we hope will help veterans looking for more support than the VA is able to offer. Q.  May veterans receive both VA disability and Social Security disability at the same time? A.  Yes.  Veterans paid into Social Security and are covered if they become disabled. Q.  If a veteran is 100% disabled according to the VA, will Social Security automatically recognize that disability? A.  No.  Social Security has its own rules which are not the same as the Veterans Administration.  However, a vet with 100 percent permanent VA disability qualifies for an expedited decision on the Social Security disability claim.  Instead of waiting up to 4 months for a decision, vets may get a decision in a few days. Q.  Will receiving Social Secu...

Dateline Huntsville, AL - Redstone Arsenal - Veterans, do you need more financial support than is being offered by the Veterans Administration? Social Security disability may be the answer. If you are a disabled veteran, you may qualify for Social Security disability in addition to your VA disability benefits.  In some cases, the Social Security disability benefit can be up to $2,600 per month.  Dependent children below the age of 19 who are still in school may also qualify for additional benefits. While serving in the US military you paid into the Social Security program.  If you meet Social Security's rules for disability, you may be able to obtain additional benefits. Getting Social Security disability benefits will not reduce your VA disability benefit.   About Us:  Charles W. Forsythe is a founding partner in the Forsythe Firm, a Huntsville practice dedicated solely to helping eligible individuals obtain Social Security disability benefits. We h...