Decades of Experience in Disability Law
& Client Advocacy
At BurnettDriskill, Attorneys, we focus exclusively on disability law, guiding clients across Missouri and Kansas through Social Security and long-term disability claims. With over 30 years of experience, our team combines legal skill and compassion to help you get the benefits you’ve earned.
Social Security Disability
ERISA
SSDI & SSI
Railroad & Private Disability
Federal / State / Local Disability
Social Security Disability Insurance
Living with a disability is never easy, especially if you have been accustomed to supporting yourself for your entire adult life. If you are suffering from a disabling condition that prevents you from working, we can help you find financial support that may be available to you.
The options available to you depend on several factors, including whether a current or former employer provided disability benefits, your work history, and the severity of your condition. An experienced disability attorney can review your case and help you find the option that is best for you. Before you file a claim, reach out to a Kansas City disability lawyer for legal support today.
Social Security Disability
If your medical conditions prevent you from working, you may be entitled to benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA).
Employment Disability
Employers often make available short-term disability (STD) and/or long-term disability (LTD) benefits to their employees.
Railroad Disability
Railroad employees and disabled spouses may be entitled to disability benefits from the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB).
Support For Other Disability Claims
In addition to applying for SSDI benefits, there are sometimes other options available. Many people do not realize that short-term or long-term disability benefits may be available through benefit plans offered by current or former employers, even if the employment has ended.
Others may be covered under individual disability policies or benefits that are automatically provided by federal or state employers. For current or former railroad employees, disability benefits may be available through a separate disability system. An experienced disability attorney can help you find the best option for you.
ERISA Claims
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) is a system of laws and rules that govern benefits some employers provide to their employees. Many employers offer disability benefits as part of an overall benefit package to their employees.
Claims for short-term and long-term disability benefits are usually handled by an insurance company, who decides whether you are entitled to benefits and for how long. Applying for benefits under these benefit plans can be tricky, and an experienced short-term and long-term disability attorney can help you throughout the process.
