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Camden Social Security Disability Attorneys

Last updated on January 28, 2026

After an accident, financial uncertainty can add to the physical and mental distress you are feeling. If you are expected to need a lengthy recovery, or if your injury may have permanently reduced your ability to work, you may want to consider applying for Social Security Disability (SSD).

At Jacobs, Schwalbe & Petruzzelli, P.C., our attorneys can help you at any stage of the SSD process, from filing your initial application to appealing to the Appeals Council or Federal District Court. Firm partner, Robert Petruzzelli, worked for the Social Security Administration (SSA) in Philadelphia prior to joining the firm.

To discuss your SSD claim with a local attorney, please call 856-528-7991 or schedule an appointment by using our online contact form.

What Is Social Security Disability?

Social Security Disability is an insurance-based program run by the federal government. American workers pay into this program by paying Social Security taxes, mostly through payroll deductions. You need to have paid enough Social Security taxes to earn sufficient “work credits” to be eligible to receive SSD payments.  You must also prove that you suffer a qualifying “disability”.

Important things to know about Social Security Disability:

  • Disability under the SSD program is defined as a condition that prevents you from doing substantial work for at least 12 months or until your death.
  • The SSA reviews your medical records to evaluate your Residual Functional Capacity, or what work tasks you are capable of performing.
  • There is a five-month waiting period from the date of your disability onset, with cash benefits becoming payable in the sixth month.
  • While the rules that govern SSD can seem complicated, our attorneys can help you access all the benefits you are entitled to.

Reasons Why SSD Claims Get Denied

SSA has a strict definition of “disability”. The most common reasons for claim denials are related to the following:

  • Missing information or errors on the application, including wrong dates of employment or not listing all your treatment history;
  • Insufficient medical evidence to document your disabling condition(s);
  • Inability to satisfy the SSA’s definition of “disability”; and
  • Failing to timely appeal prior SSD claim denials.

Working with a Camden SSD attorney greatly increases the chances that your claim or appeal will be successful.

Why Choose Our Firm For Your Camden SSD Claim?

Our attorneys handle multiple types of injury claims. Beyond SSD claims, we also help injured clients with workers’ compensation and personal injury claims. Because we know that a single serious injury may have widespread and ongoing implications, we are able to assess the types of benefits available to you and advise you what claims to pursue to secure income and future support and care.

Our attorneys are experienced and well-respected in all of our practice areas. We stay current on Social Security law and other legal developments impacting injured workers. We are committed to our clients and fighting aggressively for their best interests.

Request A Free Consultation To Discuss Your SSD Claim

The sooner you consult with a Camden SSD attorney for help with your claim or appeal, the sooner you can receive important information to assist in moving your case forward. Call our office in Cherry Hill at 856-528-7991 or use our online contact form to request an appointment. We serve clients in Camden County and throughout New Jersey.