How to Appeal a Denied Social Security Claim
The vast majority of people who file for Social Security Disability benefits find that their claim is denied. If this happens to you, it does not necessarily mean that you are ineligible for benefits, but you must file an appeal to pursue your claim.
Why Was My Claim Denied?
The Social Security Administration is looking for specific information in each Disability claim, and many filers do not meet the standards of an acceptable claim. Even if you feel that your claim specifically outlines how your condition makes working impossible, it may not be accepted without a valid medical reason.
The process of appealing a denied claim is relatively straightforward, but often involves a lot of legwork and attention to detail. For this reason, many filers chose to work with a Social Security attorney to make sure that they meet necessary requirements so that their claim has the best chance of being accepted.
Dealing with the government to get your benefits can be difficult. Let a local Social Security attorney help your cause and your chances of getting your benefits claim accepted.
You can receive a no-obligation consultation with an attorney in your area. Simply fill out the quick Social Security case review form below to speak with a lawyer near you today.
What is Involved in the Claim Appeals Process?
If your request for benefits has been denied, you have the right to appeal that decision. As with all government decisions, there is a set process for trying to reverse the decision to deny your benefits.
If you wish to appeal your denial of benefits, you must send a request in writing within 60 days to receive an administrative hearing.
In most states, there are four levels of appeals. If a claim is denied, it can be taken to the next highest level.
- Reconsideration
- Hearing by an Administrative Law Judge
- Review by the Appeals Court
- Federal Court
At each stage of the appeals process, time is of the essence. Acting quickly to appeal a decision to deny your benefits removes the risk of having the statutory time to respond lapse.
Also, at each stage the legal complexity of the process increases. For this reason, having an attorney as your advocate throughout the entire process can be a source of relief.
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If you are considering working with an attorney in your attempts to receive Social Security Disability payments, you may be concerned about the cost of an attorney. Federal laws prohibit Social Security lawyers from collecting a fee unless they are successful in getting you on Disability, and limit the total amount of fees they can charge, so you get to keep your hard-fought money.
Arrange a free, no-obligation consultation with an attorney in your area today and get the peace of mind you deserve. Simply fill out the quick case review form below to speak with a Disability lawyer near you.