Disability attorney What experts say
Your claims representative will be your point of contact through the application process and will assure that you fill out the appropriate paperwork. If you are unsure if you qualify for SSDI (social security disability insurance) or SSI (supplemental security income), your claims rep can help you. He or she will also walk you through any application for back payments of social security disability benefits. Q: Are there steps I can take that might help the chances that I will be awarded social security disability benefits? A: Many claims for social security disability are denied during the initial review process. But there are many things you can do to increase the chances that your claim is awarded.