Business Details
11 Years
experience
Trusted Social Security Disability Lawyer in Jacksonville
Farrell Disability Law has been dedicated to helping disabled individuals and their families recover rightful disability benefits since 2015. Our firm specializes in Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) claims, representing clients throughout Florida and southern Georgia. With over 20 years of combined legal experience, we focus on complex disability benefit denials, including life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and Florida Retirement System claims.Our team understands the financial and emotional hardships caused by denied benefits, and we provide personalized legal strategies to navigate bureaucratic processes. We operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring clients pay nothing unless we recover compensation. Our founder, Thomas Farrell, maintains AV Preeminent ratings for legal excellence and has been recognized as a Florida Super Lawyer for nine consecutive years. We offer free initial consultations and prioritize transparent communication throughout every case.
Services
Social Security Disability
ERISA Disability Claims
Long-Term Disability
Disability Insurance Denials
Florida Retirement System Claims
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of experience in disability law claims and appeals
- Our founder maintains AV Preeminent peer review ratings for legal excellence
- We offer free initial consultations with no upfront costs
- Contingency fee basis ensures payment only upon successful recovery
- Specialized expertise in both SSDI and ERISA disability claims
Associations and certifications
- Martindale Hubbell AV Preeminent
- Super Lawyers
What people say
Honest and reliable
Professional and caring
Quickly discovered policy conflicts
Committed to client needs
Proven track record
Services
Social Security Disability
We represent clients appealing Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) denials through all administrative levels and federal court. Our team understands the strict SSA disability requirements and helps clients meet evidentiary standards. With extensive experience in complex cases, we provide strategic legal representation to secure rightful benefits for long-term disabilities.
ERISA Disability Claims
Our firm handles ERISA-governed disability insurance denials from employer-sponsored plans. We navigate federal regulations and plan requirements to challenge improper claim decisions. With specialized knowledge of ERISA standards, we prepare comprehensive appeals and litigate cases in federal court when necessary to recover benefits.
Disability Insurance Denials
We assist clients with private disability insurance claim denials, including policy interpretation and bad faith disputes. Our team evaluates insurance company decisions against policy terms and state regulations. We negotiate settlements or pursue legal action to address wrongful denials of individual disability coverage.
People
Thomas M. Farrell, IV
Principal Attorney
Thomas Farrell is an AV Preeminent-rated disability law specialist with 30+ years legal experience. Recognized as Florida Super Lawyer since 2015, he focuses on SSDI, ERISA claims, and insurance disputes. He graduated magna cum laude from University of Florida and serves on multiple legal associations.
Questions
What qualifies as a disability under Social Security?
SSA requires total disability from work due to medical conditions expected to last 12+ months or result in death. Partial or short-term disabilities generally don't qualify.
How long does the SSDI appeal process take?
Initial appeals typically take 3-6 months, while administrative hearings average 2+ years due to current backlogs in Florida's Social Security Administration.
Can I work while receiving disability benefits?
Substantial gainful activity exceeding $1,470/month (2023) may affect SSDI eligibility. Limited work attempts won't automatically disqualify benefits during trial periods.
What's the difference between SSDI and SSI?
SSDI requires work credits through past employment, while SSI considers financial need. Both programs use the same disability standards but have different eligibility criteria.
How are attorney fees structured for disability cases?
We work on contingency basis - 25% of past-due benefits (capped at $6,000) if we win. No upfront fees or costs required for representation.
