Around 70 percent of first-time Social Security Disability applications are denied. Many people reapply for benefits, and start the process all over again not knowing that this is the least effective way to get the result they want. The best thing to do is appeal the initial decision.
Montgomery, Alabama, Social Security Disability Claims
An experienced Social Security benefits lawyer can increase the chances that your application is accepted. The attorneys at Stiller Disability Law will prepare your case by researching and obtaining the information and evidence needed, by looking for errors that may have been made by the judge in the initial decision, and by writing a letter brief of errors and arguments for why the initial decision was not fair. We can speed up the process and increase the chances that your application will be accepted. To speak with a Montgomery disability rights lawyer, contact us today by calling 334-239-0065 to schedule a free initial consultation.
Albany Social Security Disability Hearings Attorney
Generally, there are four levels of appeal, including:
- Reconsideration - A reconsideration is a complete review of your claim by someone who was not involved in the first decision. That person will review all evidence used to make the original decision, as well as any new evidence that exists.
- Hearing - A hearing will be conducted by an administrative law judge who was not involved in the original decision or the reconsideration of your case. You will be asked to provide evidence, clarify information, and bring any witnesses that would be helpful to your case.
- Review by the Appeals Court - If you disagree with the decision made by the administrative law judge, you can request a review by Social Security's Appeals Council who will either decide your case, or issue an order returning your case to an administrative law judge.
- Federal Court review - You may file a lawsuit in a federal district court if you disagree with the decision made by the Appeals Court.
At Stiller Disability Law, we understand how difficult it can be for clients with disabilities who are unable to work. That's why we do everything we can, as quickly as we can, to get the benefits that you need. Contact us today by calling 334-239-0065.
