Friday, May 16, 2008

Social Security Over Age 50

Qualifying for Social Security Benefits Over 50 Years of Age

People over the age of 50 face unique challenges when an injury or illness prevents them from working:

  • With a disability, you may not be able to perform work quickly enough to satisfy employers.
  • Labor statistics show that there are fewer full-time jobs open to people over 50.

Social Security “Over Age 50” Guidelines

While you may be medically eligible to receive benefits, understanding the “over age 50 guidelines” is important when filing claims for Social Security Disability (SSD) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. The following factors will affect your eligibility:

  • Your Age. Social Security takes age into consideration, understanding that there are fewer jobs open to people as they age.
  • Level of Education: Your level of education may qualify you for some kinds of “desk jobs” that require little, if any, physical ability.
  • Your Work History: If you can no longer can perform the physically demanding jobs you have always held and are over the age of 50, then you may qualify for benefits under the “over age 50 guidelines.”

How We Can Help You

At Clark, James, Hanlin, and Hunt, our Social Security Disability attorneys review your work history, education, and medical condition to identify benefits you may be eligible to receive. Working with doctors, our office gathers information, prepares records, and presents your case. We protect your interests and guide you through every step of the process, making sure that you have the information and legal representation you need to qualify for disability benefits.

Contact Us

To schedule your free consultation and discuss your Social Security Disability Insurance application, contact Birmingham, Alabama SSD claims and SSI benefits lawyers at Clark, James, Hanlin, and Hunt today.

The law firm of Clark, James, Hanlin, and Hunt, located in Birmingham, Alabama, represents clients throughout Montgomery, Huntsville, Tuscaloosa, Hoover, Bessemer, Gadsden, Cullman, Jasper, Anniston, Pell City, Decatur, Selma, Florence, Scottsboro and Fort Payne.