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What Do I Do If I Am Denied Social Security Disability Benefits?

Achieving Social Security Disability can be a complicated and exasperating process. Even more frustrating is being denied access to benefits when you are in desperate need – but don’t panic. We may be able to help you understand what you can do to attain these benefits.

Appeal Your Denial As Soon As Possible

First and foremost, you must appeal your denial within 60 days of receiving notice. This will be vital for your case. While it is advised that you utilize legal representation, you can file an appeal request yourself. No matter which choice you make, you must submit the appeal within the allotted time. Failure to appeal in a timely manner may have two unfortunate results:

1. Loss of your right to appeal

2. Having to start over with a new Social Security Disability application

How to Appeal with the Greatest Chance of Winning Your Case

When you are denied Social Security Disability Benefits, you will receive a letter with valuable information you should consider during your appeal. In most cases, the denial letter will contain a brief description of the following:

  • A summary of your medical condition
  • The impairments that were considered
  • The medical and nonmedical records that were considered
  • An explanation for the denial

During this time, you can request a reconsideration of your original claim. Your claim will be reviewed at the Disability Determination Services level by a medical consultant and an examiner who did not take part in the initial denial. If your claim is denied again, you may be able to take your claim to the next level of appeal.

Request an Administrative Hearing

For the next appeal, you will need to request a hearing before an administrative law judge. During this time, you will need to gather evidence to convince the judge that you are unable to work at your previous job or perform any related tasks at that workplace. These hearings can be complicated. For this reason, it is important to retain an experienced social security disability representative that has the knowledge to pursue action.

The Las Vegas Social Security Disability representatives at Disability Action Advocates (DAA) may be able to help you attain benefits. Our team can take the time to understand the details of your claim and your denial letter. With this information, we can formulate the appropriate strategy for your case.

Don’t wait a minute longer. Call DAA today to safeguard your rights with the representation you deserve. Our Las Vegas Social Security Disability representatives are here to take your call!

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