Friedman Law Firm, Disability Attorneys
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About Our Disability Benefits Law Firm
Nationally Recognized, Trusted, Disability Lawyers Practicing in All 50 States
We offer comprehensive counsel and representation for disability law cases, including Social Security Disability, Veterans Disability Compensation, and Railroad Retirement Disability. In addition, we provide trusted insurance company counsel.
We practice nationwide, providing legal representation for individuals with disabilities. We work with people in need of assistance with disability claims and appeals.
Our experienced and caring disability attorneys come to you
Veterans Disability Compensation
Assistance With VA Disability Claims and Denials
Has your VA disability claim been denied or awarded a rating lower than your condition merits, or have you received an incorrect effective date? Our VA disability attorneys can take immediate action, assisting you with the process of contesting and appealing your claim denial or low rating.
We assist veterans nationwide at every stage of the VA claims process.
Our experienced and skilled veterans disability lawyers are knowledgeable in all areas of veterans disability law. We can assist veterans with VA disability benefits claims at any level. Our VA disability lawyers are experienced with many strategies for obtaining veterans benefits on behalf of our clients. From seeking a ratings increase, to working with combined VA disability ratings for secondary conditions, or obtaining individual unemployability, our expert lawyers will seek to maximize VA disability benefits for veterans of military service.
In addition to dealing with denied VA disability claims, appeals, and VA ratings increases, we also pursue appeals of denied dependency and indemnity compensation (DIC) claims on behalf of qualifying spouses of deceased veterans.
When the VA denies your claim, assigns a rating lower than your service-connected condition warrants, or issues an incorrect effective date, you need experienced legal advocacy. Our VA disability attorneys fight to maximize your benefits at every level of the claims process.
- Denied VA disability claims & appeals
- VA ratings increases & secondary conditions
- Individual Unemployability (TDIU)
- Dependency & Indemnity Compensation (DIC)
- Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA) representation
- Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC)
Social Security Disability Benefits
Assistance With Social Security Disability Applications and Appeals
Navigating the Social Security Disability process, from an initial claim to the many stages of appeal, can be difficult and overwhelming. The disability attorneys of Friedman Law Firm are here to help whether you are applying for the first time or have been denied and are seeking an appeal.
We fight for your Social Security Disability benefits from initial claims to appeals.
Our Social Security Disability attorneys can also assist with denied claims and appeals. We are familiar and experienced with all levels of the disability appeals process. We will also seek to maximize any back pay or retroactive benefits that may be available to you.
The Social Security disability process is complex and the denial rate is high, but a denial is not the end. Our SSDI attorneys guide clients from initial applications through reconsideration, administrative law judge hearings, and federal court appeals.
- SSDI initial applications
- Reconsideration appeals
- Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) hearings
- Appeals Council reviews
- Maximizing back pay & retroactive benefits
- SSI (Supplemental Security Income) claims
Railroad Retirement Disability
Assistance With Railroad Retirement Disability Benefits
The Railroad Retirement Act provides annuities (financial benefits) for former railroad employees who were injured on the job or have become unable to work due to sickness or other disabilities.
Our skilled and informed disability attorneys are ready to work with your claim.
Experienced, Accessible, and On Your Side
Disability claims are deeply personal — and the stakes are high. Here is what sets our firm apart from general practice attorneys or non-attorney advocates.
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Disability Law Focus
We practice exclusively in VA disability, Social Security, and Railroad disability law — giving you depth of expertise that generalist firms simply cannot match.
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We Come to You
Our attorneys travel to meet clients wherever they are. If your disability limits your ability to come to us, we come to you — at no additional cost.
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Contingency Fee Basis
You pay nothing unless we win your case. Our fee comes from your recovered benefits — meaning we are fully invested in the outcome of your claim.
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Every Stage of the Process
From your first application to the highest levels of federal appeals, our attorneys have the knowledge to represent you no matter where you are in the process.
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Compassionate Counsel
We understand that disability affects every area of life. Our team treats every client with the respect, care, and personal attention their situation deserves.
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Truly Nationwide Reach
Licensed to practice across all 50 states for VA and Railroad disability matters, so geography is never a barrier to getting expert legal representation.
How It Works
Simple Steps to Get Started
Getting help with your disability claim is straightforward. Here is what to expect when you contact Friedman Law Firm.
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Free Consultation
Call or contact us online. We review your situation at no charge and explain your legal options clearly.
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Case Evaluation
We assess your claim history, medical evidence, and the strength of your case across all applicable benefit programs.
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Strategy & Filing
We develop a legal strategy, handle all paperwork and filings, and prepare your strongest possible case.
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Fight for Your Benefits
We represent you at hearings, appeals, and before federal courts — all the way until your claim is resolved.