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Indiana Social Security Disability and a Trial Work Period (Part A)

Whether you are applying for benefits the first time or you have already received them, you may find it necessary to seek help from a Social Security disability lawyer. Navigating the claims process or understanding your rights as a claimant can be difficult, which is why you should hire an attorney in Indiana. Indianapolis attorneys who have experience with disability claims may be necessary.

If your claim has been rejected, then you only have 60 days to appeal that decision. Going through a hearing and ensuring that you have all of the proper paperwork completed is best done with the help of legal counsel who has experience with disability claims.

Overview of a Trial Work Period

At some point during the time a claimant is receives disability benefits, a trial work period may be implemented. This is designed to test a claimant's ability to work, even though he or she is still considered to be disabled.

During this trial work period, disability continues and won't end unless the claimant has been able to work for at least 9 months within a 60-month period of time. The 9 months don't have to be consecutive time worked.

Each year when monthly earnings exceed a certain amount, it is considered to be a month of services for a claimant to engage in a trial work period. For 2011, this means monthly earnings that exceed $720. In 2012, the amount is expected to remain the same.

Periodically, changes are made to the monthly amount, which is why it may become necessary to contact an attorney in Indiana. Indianapolis attorneys who handle Social Security cases are best. They can provide the most current, up-to-date information.

Social Security Administration (SSA) provides work incentives, as it is the goal to see claimants be able to return to work if possible. However, if you do not believe you are able to, you may need representation from a Social Security disability lawyer.

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