Pursuing Social Security Benefits for Your Children and Other Dependents
Paying into the Social Security disability (SSD) insurance system through your payroll taxes protects not only you but also your family from the consequences of your eventually becoming unable to work due to a medical disability.
Understanding Social Security Auxiliary Benefits
If you are found eligible for SSD insurance benefits, you may qualify for auxiliary benefits to help support your dependents, including disabled adult child social security benefits for children who became disabled before age 22. However, this does not apply to anyone who might be claimed as a dependent on your tax return. Auxiliary benefits are available for:
- Your children if they are minors and unmarried
- Your spouse, if they care for a child under 16 years of age.
- Your children at any age if they are disabled
- Under certain circumstances, your parents
Auxiliary benefits are added to your basic SSD benefits based on the number of qualifying dependents you have. They are an important part of the insurance benefits you are entitled to after you have paid into the Social Security system.
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Making Sure Dependents Are Included in Your Application
Our attorneys are dedicated not only to helping you obtain SSD benefits, but also to making the case for the full benefits you are entitled to. If you have any dependents, we will make sure they are included and adequately documented in your application materials.
At Hiller Comerford Injury & Disability Law, PLLC, we guide clients through the disability benefits application and appeal process. To discuss any questions or concerns you may have about making a claim for SSD disability benefits, contact us today to talk to a knowledgeable Social Security attorney.
FAQ: SSD Benefits for Dependents
How long does it take to receive SSD dependent benefits in New York?
Processing times vary, but most SSD dependent or auxiliary benefit claims take several months after the primary disability claim is approved. Delays can happen if SSA needs additional documentation. At Hiller Comerford Injury & Disability Law, we help New York families avoid unnecessary delays by making sure all dependent records are complete and properly submitted from the start.
Can stepchildren or grandchildren collect dependent benefits on my record?
Yes. Stepchildren and legally adopted children may qualify for auxiliary SSD benefits if they meet SSA dependency rules. In New York cases, eligibility still depends on the same federal requirements, including relationship status and financial support from the disabled worker.
How much does it cost to hire an SSD attorney in New York?
At Hiller Comerford Injury & Disability Law, representing clients in New York Social Security Disability cases is handled on a contingency fee basis, which means you do not pay any upfront attorney fees. If we are successful, our fee is set by federal law and approved by the Social Security Administration. We will go over the exact fee structure with you during your free consultation so you know exactly what to expect before you decide to move forward.
