Been Denied And Seeking A Disability Lawyer?

The complicated paperwork of an SSD claim makes errors common and the burden of medical documentation is difficult and time consuming. That may be why over 60% of initial applications are denied by Social Security. Having an expert attorney working to ensure your SSD claim follows all of the rules and regulations will greatly increase your chance of having your application accepted. If you are disabled, an attorney can also help by taking on the burden of dealing with the bureaucracy so you can focus on what is most important: your health

No. Any disability that is recognized by The Social Security Administration and that is expected to keep you from working for at least a year can make you eligible to receive benefits. On-the-job injuries are generally covered by worker’s compensation.

No. If you are disabled and meet the SSD work criteria, you can apply for benefits prior to age 65. In fact, when you reach the age of 65, disability benefits automatically convert to Social Security Retirement benefits.

Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance can be a lengthy process. Most claims take a minimum of three to five months for a decision. If the initial claim is denied, appeals could last a year or longer. An expert SSD attorney can help speed up your claim by making sure your paperwork is complete and accurate and meets all deadlines. Our lawyers could get you the money you need faster than if you go it alone. The Social Security Administration will fast track certain extremely serious disability applications, called Compassionate Allowances. These cases, which include traumatic brain injuries, certain forms of cancer, and other severely debilitating conditions and diseases, can have their applications reviewed in weeks instead of months.

This scenario may be the most important time for you to hire an attorney. While over 60% of initial applications are denied, many of these requests are turned down not on the basis of merit, but because of inaccuracies and missing documentation that a lawyer can help you correct. You are entitled to up to five appeals, each one more complex than the previous one. It is in your best interest to have an expert on your side to give you the best opportunity to overturn the denial and get your money. Don’t delay. The law gives you 60 days from when you received your Notice of Disapproved Claim letter to appeal the decision. Contact Disability LawLineTM today at 1-888-764-9090 and we will put you in touch with a lawyer immediately to help you meet the deadline for filing your Request for Reconsideration form.

Reconsideration is the first process your application undergoes after benefits are denied. You must file for reconsideration; it is not automatic. Unfortunately, approximately 80% of these requests are also denied. However, having an attorney could help your claim be among the 20% that are approved at this level, forgoing the need for lengthy appeals.