Detroit Accident Attorneys Answer Your Legal Questions

Q: How long should I wait after becoming disabled to file my social security claim?

A: Don't wait.  If you have a serious illness or injury that you expect will disable you for a year or more, file as soon as you can.  It often takes many months to obtain a decision.  Also, although no benefits will be paid for the first 5 months from the onset of disability, benefits can be paid retroactively for up to one year from the date a disability claim was filed.  SSI pays only from the start of the month following the date the claim was filed.