Why You Need a Social Security Attorney in Florida to Win Your Disability Claim

Find out why working with a Social Security Attorney in Florida can dramatically improve your chances of winning disability benefits in one of the toughest approval environments in the country. Read this article to learn the key challenges applicants face and how expert legal support can make all the difference.

Applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits is far more complicated than most people expect. The Social Security Administration (SSA) demands extensive medical documentation, strict proof of functional limitations, and meticulous forms. Any mistake can lead to a denial.

Unfortunately, most Floridians face that reality.

Nationally, about 67% of initial SSD applications are denied, and in Florida, the odds can be even tougher. Many denials happen not because the applicant isn’t disabled, but because evidence was incomplete, deadlines were missed, or the claim wasn’t presented using the precise legal language SSA uses.

For someone already struggling with a serious injury, illness, or chronic condition, managing this process alone can feel overwhelming. That’s why having an experienced Social Security Disability attorney can dramatically change the outcome.

3 reasons you need a Social Security attorney in Florida

1. A Florida SSD attorney can significantly improve your chances of approval

A Government Accountability Office (GAO) study found that applicants with representatives were almost three times more likely to be awarded benefits.
Attorneys make sure your application:

• Contains complete medical records
• Aligns with SSA’s definition of disability
• Accurately documents how symptoms limit your ability to work
• Directly addresses the relevant SSA listings

Simply put: the SSA is more likely to approve a well-prepared, legally sound claim than one filed without professional guidance.

2. A Florida disability attorney will handle the evidence, medical requirements and appeals process

An Florida disability attorney takes on the complex tasks that often lead to denials when handled alone:

• Gathering and submitting medical evidence from hospitals, specialists, therapists, and clinics

• Ensuring your conditions meet SSA criteria, including the Blue Book medical listings

• Filing appeals, preparing legal arguments, and representing you at ALJ hearings

• Coordinating statements from physicians that strengthen your disability case

This matters because approximately 85% of Florida applicants are denied again at reconsideration. The most successful cases are won at the hearing level, where having an attorney is especially valuable.

3. A Florida SSD attorney can prevent critical mistakes that can delay or derail your claim

Many applicants unintentionally sabotage their case with avoidable errors such as:

• Missing SSA deadlines
• Not providing enough medical documentation
• Submitting incomplete forms
• Not explaining how their condition impacts daily activities
• Failing to follow prescribed medical treatment

These mistakes are common—and costly. A dedicated Florida SSD attorney ensures your case is complete, compliant, and strategically built for success. Best of all, you pay nothing upfront. SSD attorneys work on contingency, meaning you only pay if you win.

How our Florida Social Security attorneys can help you win your disability claim

Call 866-930-6435 for a free consultation with our Florida SSD attorneys

At Hoskins, Turco, Lloyd & Lloyd, our Florida Social Security Disability team has helped thousands of disabled Floridians secure the benefits they deserve. Whether you’re filing for the first time or have already been denied, our attorneys know how to build strong, evidence-driven cases that meet SSA standards.

We can help you:

• Gather strong medical evidence
• Strengthen your case under SSA disability listings
• Prepare appeals after a denial
• Represent you fully at ALJ hearings
• Navigate complex or rare medical conditions
• Pursue both Social Security Disability and Veterans Disability benefits

If your claim was denied or you need help navigating the SSD process, contact Hoskins, Turco, Lloyd & Lloyd today for a free consultation. With decades of experience and a deep commitment to serving injured, disabled, and veteran clients across the Treasure Coast, Hoskins, Turco, Lloyd & Lloyd is here to help you secure the benefits you need and deserve.

Call 866-930-6435 to schedule your free consultation today.