Scott M. Kolligian, Esq. - Akron, OH

Dedicated Disability and Benefits Advocacy in Akron, Ohio

An unexpected injury, illness, or chronic medical condition can completely disrupt your life, making it impossible to continue earning a living. When you can no longer work, securing the disability benefits you have paid into is essential for your family's survival. Located in Akron, Ohio, the Law Office of Scott M. Kolligian provides comprehensive, high-stakes advocacy for individuals seeking disability benefits across northeastern Ohio. Led by attorney Scott M. Kolligian, a distinguished Fellow of the Akron Bar Association licensed to practice in Ohio since 2005, our firm possesses the specialized knowledge and courtroom litigation experience needed to win difficult claims. If you are struggling to obtain your benefits, our dedicated legal team is ready to fight on your behalf.

Navigating the Complex Social Security Disability System

The application process for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is notoriously complex, with more than 60 percent of initial applications rejected by the government. Many applicants become discouraged after receiving a denial letter, but an initial rejection is simply the beginning of the legal process. If you find yourself in a situation where you need a lawyer urgently to appeal a denial, our firm is prepared to guide you through every stage, including administrative hearings. We analyze your medical records, coordinate with your physicians, and draft persuasive legal arguments to build a powerful case that demonstrates the full extent of your physical or cognitive limitations.

Maximizing Ohio Public Retirement Benefits: OPERS, SERS, and STRS

Ohio's public employees, including teachers, school staff, municipal workers, and state personnel, are covered under distinct state retirement systems, such as the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS), the School Employees Retirement System (SERS), and the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS). Securing disability benefits through these public systems involves navigating unique administrative rules and stringent medical criteria. Scott M. Kolligian, Esq. has successfully represented thousands of public servants throughout Ohio, ensuring their applications are filed with meticulous care and representing them at hearings if their benefits are unfairly delayed or denied.

Professional Representation for ERISA and Private Long-Term Disability Claims

Many private-sector employees carry short-term or long-term disability policies provided by their employers, which are governed by a complex federal law known as ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act). Insurance corporations frequently deny these claims to protect their profit margins, relying on strict policy definitions and biased medical reviews. Our firm specializes in challenging these private insurance denials, preparing detailed administrative appeals, and filing federal lawsuits when necessary. We work relentlessly to hold powerful insurance companies accountable and secure the monthly benefits you are legally entitled to receive.

Why You Need to Hire an Attorney Like Scott M. Kolligian, Esq.

Filing for disability is not a journey you should undertake alone. When you hire an attorney from our firm, you gain a compassionate and highly experienced advocate who manages every detail of your case, from completing paperwork to representing you at trial. We handle all disability claims on a strict contingency-fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront, and we do not collect any attorney fees unless we successfully win your benefits. Contact our Akron office today to schedule your free consultation and find a lawyer who will treat you with the respect and dignity you deserve.