Many applicants for Social Security Disability realize that they need an attorney when their claim for benefits is denied. A denial means that you must file an appeal to obtain disability benefits. The appeal begins a process which can last 1-2 years and is somewhat complicated. At this point you will become aware of the fact […]
RE-OPENING A SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY CASE THAT WAS CLOSED
Consider the case of an application for Social Security benefits filed by a parent or guardian on behalf of a minor or mentally incompetent person. The initial application is turned down several times on separate occasions. The claimant, who was not represented by an experience Social Security Disability attorney, did not file for reconsideration on […]
SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY APPEALS- AN INTRODUCTION
You filed all the proper paper work and waited months to start receiving your social security disability, only to have the Social Security Administration deny your claim. Fortunately, you have the right to appeal any decision Social Security makes regarding your SSD or SSI. THE SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY APPEAL PROCESS The first step in the […]