Most Social Security Disability Insurance claims are denied on the initial application, but that doesn’t mean you should give up. You can appeal a disability denial through the Social Security appeals process. There are four levels of appeal available to you. Reconsideration According to the Social Security Administration, only about 21 percent of disability claims…
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Leveraging Social Media and Online Evidence in Disability Appeals
In the digital age, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives, providing a platform for individuals to share their experiences, thoughts, and activities. When it comes to disability appeals, social media and online evidence can play a pivotal role in presenting a comprehensive picture of an individual’s life and limitations. This…
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Disability Appeals for Mental Health Conditions: Overcoming Stigma and Bias
What Our Disability Attorney Can Do For You Navigating the world with a mental health condition is a journey filled with unique challenges. When it comes to disability appeals, individuals facing mental health issues often encounter not only the complexities of the legal process, but also the pervasive stigma and bias that unfortunately persists. Here,…
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How You Can File a Request for Reconsideration
Has your application for Social Security disability benefits been denied? It can be disheartening, but do not lose hope! Many more people have success on the various levels of appeal after the initial denial. The first step is to file a Request for Reconsideration. Here’s how you can do that. Request for Reconsideration Process The…
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Appealing Your Disability Claim in Federal Court
Many applications for Social Security disability benefits are initially denied. While some find more success at the varying levels of appeal available to claimants, it may still be a struggle to get your application approved. For instance, you may even need to take your appeal case before a Federal District Court if an administrative law…
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What are the Different Stages in the Disability Appeals Process?
If you have applied for disability benefits, you may have been initially denied. Do not despair. In fact, the majority of those who apply for disability benefits are denied at first. Many have more success appealing this denial. There are, in fact, several stages in the disability appeals process. This means you may have multiple…
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What to Expect at Your Federal District Appeal
A significant number of applications for Social Security Disability benefits are denied each year. This may come as a surprise to many potential applicants. Should an application be denied, there is the option of pursuing an appeal by attending an informal hearing in front of an administrative law judge. Should this prove unsuccessful, there may…
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What Happens During a Disability Appeal?
You may have been denied eligibility for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits. You may not agree with the amount of your SSDI benefits payment. You may have been overpaid in SSDI payments but contest the amount you need to pay back or whether you have to repay it at all. If any of these issues…
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