Social Security Disability representation for nurses and care givers

For more than 40 years, we have been helping healthcare workers get the Social Security Disability benefits they deserve

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Supporting Nurses and Caregivers: Your Path to SSDI Benefits

Advocating for Those Who Care for Others

At LaPorte Law Firm, we understand the challenges nurses and caregivers face. Your work is vital to society, but it often comes with physical strain, long hours, and emotional demands. If an injury, illness, or chronic condition prevents you from continuing in your role, you deserve the financial support SSDI provides.

Why Nurses and Caregivers Turn to LaPorte Law Firm

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Our Expertise in Your Corner

With decades of experience specializing in SSDI, LaPorte Law Firm is dedicated to helping professionals like you secure the benefits you deserve. We know how to present your case effectively to demonstrate your eligibility, whether your disability is physical, mental, or both.

How We Help Nurses and Caregivers

You Care for Others; Now Let Us Care for You

At LaPorte Law Firm, we’re committed to standing up for nurses and caregivers who can no longer perform their essential work due to a disability. Let us help you navigate the SSDI process with confidence.

Contact us today for a free consultation to start your journey toward securing the benefits you need and deserve. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, your disability does not need to be work-related. SSDI benefits are available if your condition prevents you from performing your job or similar work and is expected to last at least 12 months or result in death.

SSDI covers both physical and mental health conditions that prevent you from working. Common conditions for nurses and caregivers include chronic back or joint pain, repetitive stress injuries, stress-related disorders, or illnesses that compromise physical stamina.

You must expect to be unable to work for at least 12 consecutive months due to your disability to qualify. If you are unsure, LaPorte Law Firm can evaluate your case.

It is common for first-time applications to be denied. Our team specializes in handling appeals, ensuring that your claim is presented with the strongest possible evidence to secure approval.

To qualify for SSDI, you must demonstrate that your earnings fall below the “substantial gainful activity” (SGA) threshold. If you’re unsure whether your part-time or limited work affects your eligibility, we can provide clarity.

The process can vary, but initial applications often take 3-6 months for a decision. Appeals can take longer. Having an experienced attorney can help speed up the process by avoiding common mistakes and ensuring proper documentation.

You’ll need medical records, documentation of your work duties, and any other proof that your condition prevents you from performing your job. LaPorte Law Firm will help you collect and organize the necessary materials.

Yes! LaPorte Law Firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning we only get paid if you win your case. This ensures that our services are accessible to everyone.

The SSDI process can be complex, especially for professionals like nurses and caregivers with demanding roles. We specialize in Social Security disability cases, and our expertise ensures your claim is prepared and presented for the best chance of approval.

Contact LaPorte Law Firm for a free consultation. We’ll evaluate your situation, answer your questions, and guide you through every step of the SSDI process.

What you can expect as one of our clients

Expert guidance based on over 40 years of legal experience with all types of disability cases

Zealous legal representation — we fight for you to win all the benefits you are owed under the law

No up-front attorney’s fees — we don't get a fee unless you get paid

Updates on the process every step of the way

Realistic expectations — no empty promises

Prompt responses to all questions — we won’t leave you hanging

The results you deserve

With over 40 years of service, LaPorte Law Firm has won thousands of claims and appeals for our clients.

Kevin is a wonderful attorney. He helped me win my case and stuck with me through it all. I truly appreciate everything he did for me, and strongly recommend his services to anyone going through a hard time trying to obtain their benefits. He is your guy!

Shirley Etter

LaPorte Law Firm is awesome. They stood by me until my case was finished and we got what was owed to me. I can’t thank them enough. I would totally recommend them to anyone in need.

Sue Sarno

If problems arise when dealing with Social Security Disability, calling LaPorte Law Firm is the best thing you can do. Professional, experienced, confident, and reassuring are a few words I’d use when recommending them.

Mitch Boo

Meet our attorneys

Our team of ethical, professional, and dedicated lawyers are the cornerstone of our success.

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Terry LaPorte

Attorney

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Kevin LaPorte

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Kelsey Anderson-Kline, Esq. (formerly Kelsey LaPorte)

Attorney

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Maria Miranda-Hammon

Legal Representative

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At LaPorte Law Firm, we only receive a fee if you win your case – so you have nothing to lose. We’re with you every step of the way.
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Award-winning service

Equipped with years of experience and thousands of successful cases, LaPorte Law Firm is the leading disability attorney in the Bay Area, and we have the awards and certifications to prove it.

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Terry LaPorte

Attorney

Since receiving his JD from Santa Clara University School of Law in 1979, Terry LaPorte has dedicated his legal career to representing individuals in Social Security Disability claims and appeals. In 1982, he established the LaPorte Law Firm in Northern California, specializing in Social Security Disability law. For over 40 years, Terry and the LaPorte Law Firm team have successfully represented thousands of clients in California and the Western States.

Throughout his career, Terry has continued to develop his expertise in various ways, such as attaining the National Board of Legal Specialty Certification and serving on the Board of Examiners of the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He is also a member of the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives, a provider attorney to the American Association of Retired Persons, and a seven-time Chair of the Social Security section of the Santa Clara County Bar Association. In addition, he has served as a lecturer on disability law for the Continuing Education Program of the California Bar Association and for many community, legal, and support organizations.

Terry has received numerous awards and recognition for his commitment to individuals with disabilities and others in need in our community, including:

  • The Santa Clara County Bar Association Pro Bono Services Award
  • The Santa Cruz County Trial Lawyers Association Community Service Award
  • The Law Foundation of Silicon Valley’s Philip J. Berelson Award for Generous Philanthropy
  • Chapter Programs Partner of the Year and Social Security Attorney of the Year by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society
  • Client Distinction Award by Martindale-Hubbell and Lawyers.com (fewer than 4% of over 900,000 attorneys listed on Martindale.com and Lawyers.com have been awarded this distinction)
  • Acknowledgement of dedication to the disabled by the California State Bar’s Consumer Business Review, the Santa Clara County Bar Association, and the Pro Bono Project of Santa Clara County
  • Named a top Northern California attorney in Super Lawyers
  • Certificate of Recognition from the California State Assembly

Terry is licensed to practice in the State of California and the Northern District Federal Court.

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Kevin LaPorte

Attorney

Kevin LaPorte received his JD from the University of San Francisco Law School where he was also awarded an International and Comparative Law Certificate with Honors. He is a member of the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives, where he has received specialized training in Social Security Disability Law.

Before joining LaPorte Law Firm, Kevin’s practice focused on international criminal law and human rights, such as serving as Assistant Attorney to the International Civil Parties in the trial of former Khmer Rouge leaders in Cambodia. This trial was conducted as a joint enterprise between the United Nations and the Cambodian government, and involved the drafting of closing statements in the historical trial of former Khmer Rouge leaders, along with conducting fact gathering missions for the crime of genocide. He also worked for the United Nations in The Hague, Netherlands, at the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, which involved the criminal trial of a former general accused of genocide and war crimes.

Kevin’s experience helping victims of human rights abuses inspired him to assist individuals closer to home who are suffering from disabling illnesses and injuries. With his background in human rights law, he has gained a unique perspective in representing clients whose disabilities prevent them from being able to work. His practice now focuses on representing clients in Northern California in the Social Security Disability claims and appeals process. He was also named a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2022.

Kevin is licensed to practice in the State of California and the Northern District Federal Court. Kevin LaPorte is also a member of the Alameda County Bar Association.

Kevin is also the main contributor to our blog, writing new articles every month on SSDI and SSI-related topics that you can consult for free here.

Kevin also contributes to other major online publications, like this Bloomberg article on SSDI and long Covid, thanks to his extensive experience as a Social Security Disability attorney

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Kelsey Anderson-Kline, Esq. (formerly Kelsey LaPorte)

Attorney

Kelsey is a zealous advocate for her clients, committed to helping them obtain the benefits they deserve while guiding them through a time in which they adjust to the effects of their disability on their daily life. With specialized expertise in appeals, she has demonstrated success in appeals to both the Social Security Appeal Council as well as federal lawsuits against the Social Security Administration. Kelsey is a cum laude graduate of Santa Clara University School of Law with experience in appellate work with the Northern California Innocence Project and the California Public Defenders Office. As a graduate of the Center for Social Justice and Public Service at Santa Clara Law, she is committed to public service and has contributed to the Bay Area community by working on expungement petitions at the Santa Clara Public Defender’s office.

Kelsey is licensed to practice in the State of California and the Northern District Federal Court.

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Maria Miranda-Hammon

Legal Representative, EDPNA

Maria Miranda-Hammon has decades of experience as a Legal Specialist, representing clients since 1994. She is an experienced and dedicated Social Security legal representative who is deeply committed to achieving a successful outcome for every client. Maria specializes in the representation of claimants with SSI and SSA disability claims and appeals at Social Security hearing offices and district offices. She continues to expand her knowledge and experience through research and seminars offered by the Santa Clara County Bar Association, the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives, and the Annual 9th Circuit Conference for Experienced Social Security Practitioners.

With her vast litigation support experience and electronic filing software expertise, Maria’s assistance in preparing documentation presentations and conference materials is an invaluable asset to the firm. With a fully integrated bicultural background, she has represented many monolingual Spanish-speaking claimants.

Watch a free video presentation by the attorneys at LaPorte Law Firm – How to prepare for a Social Security disability hearing

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Everything You Need To Know About
The Social Security Disability application process