How do representatives who help Social Security disability claimants get paid?
A. Cases are generally handled on a contingency basis. That means the representative receives a fee only if you win your case. Normally the fee is 25% of your back benefits and must be approved by Social Security. If you do not win your case there is no fee. There are also costs in each case for which you will be responsible. These costs are generally fees paid to doctors for medical records.
