Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are available to many working adults. However, most people never need to apply for SSDI benefits because they remain healthy prior to retirement. Those who do apply do not necessarily have any guarantee of success....
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SSD – Denied Disability Claims
What does an SSDI reconsideration usually involve?
A large percentage of people who apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits receive a denial. They may have to appeal to obtain the SSDI benefits they need to pay their bills. People with medical issues severe enough to apply for SSDI benefits...
How to handle a Social Security Disability denial
People who cannot work because of a disability may be eligible for federal SSDI, the Social Security Disability Insurance. Seeking these benefits requires going through a complex application. Individuals who have suffered an accident or an ailment that prevents them...
Awful, Terrible, No Good Attorneys: Or the “My Lawyer Did Nothing” Myth
So you did it. You hired an attorney to help with your disability case. You’ve tried to file for benenfits many times yourself, got denied, and did your research. But now, you’ve found the take-no-guff, won’t-back-down, wins-‘em-all, ultimate fighter lawyer and you...
Appeal Again? Haven’t We Been Down This Road? The Appeals Council
You’ve been denied THREE times: at the Initial Level, the Reconsideration Level, AND the Hearing Level. Where is there to go from here? The Appeals Council is up next! However, buyer beware. Cases that are denied by an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) can be appealed to...
2 reasons why an SSDI claim may be denied initially
When a person suffers an injury that puts them out of work, it can cause feelings of uneasiness and worry about the future. Those injured may be wondering how they will pay medical bills and basic living expenses without an income. This is exactly why the Social...
SSD denied twice? It may be time to request a hearing
Every year, millions of Americans begin the Social Security Disability Insurance application process. However, out of those millions of applications, only about 30% are approved at the initial stages of the claim process. There are many reasons why an SSD claim may be...
When to request a reconsideration after an SSDI denial
No person expects to suffer an injury that prevents them from working and enjoying life. However, this happens to thousands of Americans every year. Fortunately, those who are injured and cannot work may apply for SSDI benefits. However, around 65 to 70% of initial...
Winning a Social Security Disability Insurance appeal
When an individual suffers a serious injury and is unable to earn a living, Social Security Disability Insurance benefits may be available. Although having an SSDI benefits application denied can be gut-wrenching, it happens frequently. Reportedly, over 65% of initial...
What to do when a Social Security Disability claim is denied
When a person is involved in an accident and suffers debilitating injuries, he or she may be left with countless concerns about the future. Usually, one of the most pressing concerns is how those injured will be able to support themselves and their families...
What happens if a judge denies my disability claim?
If you have already had a hearing with an administrative law judge and the judge denied your disability claim, then you can file a request for review of the decision to the Social Security Administration Appeals Council (“AC”). You have 60 days from the date of the...
Topics to consider before appealing a denial for SSDI benefits
Encountering a change in life circumstances that disrupts your ability to maintain gainful employment can be a daunting experience. Whether stemming from physical or mental health conditions, loss of ability to make ends meet could take a dire toll on your quality of...
A few reasons why an SSDI claim could be denied
Suffering a physical or mental disability can make earning a living, and life in general, extremely difficult. Luckily, those who suffer from a long-term or permanent disability that renders them unable to work can take steps to receive Social Security Disability...
Two-thirds of social security disability applications are denied. Why is this?
If you have a disability that severely limits your ability to perform your routine daily functions, you may depend upon social security disability benefits to help you to make ends meet. It can be devastating, then, to receive a notice that the government denied your...
4 steps to take after a disability claim denial
If an injury or illness has left you unable to retain gainful employment, you are probably looking for alternate ways to support yourself. Your resources are likely limited, but if you have an adequate work history, you may qualify for disability benefits through the...
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