Introduction

Nearly 70 percent of initial Social Security disability claims are denied across the United States, and Carmichael Law Group has spent over a decade building its practice around helping claimants fight those denials. Founded by Brian R. Carmichael, Esq., the firm operates from Opelika, Alabama, reachable at 888-687-6022, and handles Social Security disability claims alongside personal injury and mass tort matters for clients in Alabama, Georgia, and nationwide.

Practice Areas

Social Security disability is the firm core specialty. The practice handles the entire SSA process, from initial applications through reconsiderations, hearings, and federal appeals. The firm Disability Development Director, Jessica Benjamin, works alongside the attorneys to develop claims with the medical documentation and vocational evidence that adjudicators require. The firm has helped thousands of clients over more than a decade with a high success rate.

SSDI and SSI claims frequently fail at the initial stage because applicants do not present their limitations in the specific terms the Social Security Administration uses to evaluate disability. The firm understands those standards and prepares claims accordingly, gathering medical records, obtaining expert opinions, and building the administrative record needed for a favorable decision.

Personal injury is the second major practice area. The firm represents clients injured in car accidents, drunk driving accidents, distracted driving accidents, hit and run collisions, motorcycle accidents, trucking and commercial vehicle accidents, dog bites, slip and fall incidents, and nursing home and elder abuse cases. Wrongful death matters are also handled.

Mass tort litigation extends the firm reach to cases involving PFAS chemical contamination, Depo-Provera complications, Roundup herbicide exposure, hair relaxer injuries, mesothelioma from asbestos exposure, Paraquat poisoning, and health issues linked to ultra-processed foods.

The firm also handles long-term disability claims against private insurers, VA disability claims for veterans, and workers compensation matters. All representation operates on a contingency basis. No fees are owed unless the firm recovers compensation. Free consultations are available.

Attorney Profiles

Brian R. Carmichael, Esq. founded Carmichael Law Group and serves as its managing attorney. His focus on Social Security disability and personal injury has shaped the firm identity as a practice that handles legally complex but financially accessible cases for clients who cannot pay hourly rates.

William D. Hester, Esq. works alongside Carmichael on the firm caseload, contributing additional legal depth to the practice.

Jessica Benjamin serves as Disability Development Director, building the evidentiary records that Social Security disability claims require.

The firm staff also includes Connie Lampman, Tammy Martin, Tanisha Howell, and Kaitlyn Newell, supporting client service and case management functions. Bilingual support in English and Spanish is available.

Location and Service Area

The firm mailing address is PO Box 122, Opelika, AL 36803, with primary offices in Opelika, Alabama. The firm serves clients throughout Alabama and Georgia and handles Social Security disability and mass tort matters on a nationwide basis.

Visit carmichaellawgroup.com/ for more information.

Client Focus

Carmichael Law Group clients are typically individuals who have been denied benefits they are legally entitled to, whether through the Social Security system or an insurance company claims process. Many face serious medical conditions that prevent work while also dealing with financial pressure.

The contingency fee model makes the firm accessible to clients with no income or limited resources. Over 300 positive Google reviews reflect a client base that has found the firm approach responsive and effective. Spanish-speaking clients receive bilingual support throughout.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if my Social Security disability claim was denied?
Denial at the initial stage is common. The firm handles reconsiderations, administrative hearings before an administrative law judge, and federal court appeals. Each level has specific requirements and deadlines, and the firm guides clients through each one.

What does representation cost?
The firm operates on a contingency fee basis with free initial consultations. No fees are owed unless the firm recovers compensation. For Social Security cases, attorney fees are governed by SSA regulations that cap fees and require agency approval.

Does the firm handle VA disability claims?
Yes. The firm represents veterans pursuing VA disability benefits alongside its Social Security disability and personal injury work.

What mass tort cases is the firm handling?
The firm is involved in mass tort litigation involving PFAS chemicals, Depo-Provera, Roundup, hair relaxers, mesothelioma/asbestos exposure, Paraquat, and ultra-processed foods.

Does the firm serve Spanish-speaking clients?
Yes. The firm provides bilingual support in English and Spanish.

Closing

Carmichael Law Group has built a decade-plus practice around cases where the adversary is an insurance company, a federal benefits system, or a corporate defendant. For Social Security disability claimants, injury victims, and individuals involved in mass tort litigation, the firm contingency fee model and broad geographic reach make it accessible regardless of current financial circumstances.

Call 888-687-6022 or visit carmichaellawgroup.com/ to schedule a free consultation.